Assistant Accountant

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team in Tuggerah.

This newly expanded role offers genuine ownership of the accounts payable function, alongside exposure to the broader finance cycle. It would suit an early-career finance professional with practical experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable or transactional finance who is ready to develop their financial accounting skills.

Working alongside experienced finance professionals, you’ll build experience across cashbook and banking, month-end reporting, reconciliations, fixed assets and financial analysis.

The Company

Mirait Technologies Australia is a leader in telecommunications and energy infrastructure construction and maintenance. We deliver quality outcomes for our customers and are looking for a motivated Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team in Tuggerah.

The Role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll take ownership of the accounts payable function while supporting the Finance team across the broader accounting cycle.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the accounts payable process from invoice entry through to payment
• Preparing weekly and monthly payment runs
• Reconciling supplier accounts and resolving queries
• Maintaining cashbook entries and assisting with bank reconciliations
• Supporting accounts receivable and month-end reporting activities
• Maintaining financial records and contributing to process improvements

About you:

• Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance or Commerce
• Experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role
• Understanding of bookkeeping principles and general ledger coding
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Organised, proactive and able to work independently
• Experience with MYOB Exo, a project-based business, or an interest in pursuing CA/CPA qualifications will be highly regarded

Why Mirait?

• Study support and paid study leave for CA or CPA qualifications
• Direct mentoring from our Financial Accountant and Financial Controller
• Inclusive Paid Parental Leave Program: Supporting both carers
• Access to the company Employee Assistance Program,
• Genuine commitment to your ongoing professional development.

Apply now!

If you’re ready to take ownership of accounts payable while developing your broader financial accounting experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Early applications not only demonstrate your enthusiasm and proactive attitude but also provide you with the advantage of being among the first to be reviewed by our hiring team. Early applicants often benefit from more immediate attention and consideration. Don't miss out on this chance to advance your career and join the Mirait team.

Diversity:

At MIRAIT Technologies Australia, we're dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued. Recognising that diversity enhances our collective strength, we believe in embracing individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, genders, and abilities, creating equal opportunities for all. Upholding a strict policy against any form of harassment, we prioritise nurturing a workplace where all feel safe to thrive.

Join us in our endeavour to construct a workplace characterised by mutual respect, appreciation, and empowerment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Brittany Hawthorne on [02 4329 9905](tel:02 4329 9905) or email [email protected]. All of your information will be treated as confidential in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988.

Mirait has zero tolerance for drug & alcohol use and any candidates will undergo pre-employment testing prior to offers being made.