Assistant Accountant

About the Opportunity
Worksforyou is partnering with a professional services business based in Wagga Wagga to recruit an experienced Assistant Accountant. This is a permanent role employed directly by our client — Worksforyou is managing the recruitment process on their behalf.
 
Our client is an established professional services firm operating in the Wagga Wagga region. They're looking for a reliable, hands-on Assistant Accountant to take ownership of their weekly payroll and accounts receivable cycle, with broader exposure to bookkeeping and ATO compliance work.
 
This is a key hire for the business, you'll be running the weekly financial operations end-to-end and working closely with the leadership team.

The RoleThis is a hands-on accounting role suited to someone who has prior experience running payroll and accounts receivable in a fast-moving, high-volume environment.

You will be the backbone of the weekly financial cycle, owning payroll for a large workforce and managing the invoicing pipeline, with exposure to broader bookkeeping and compliance work. Key Responsibilities
Payroll

• Process weekly payroll for 200–500 staff across multiple sites
• Manage variable hours, penalty rates, overtime, and weekend loadings (including post-8-hour and weekend rates)
• Ensure all workers are paid accurately and on time, with correct entitlements and certifications tracked
• Reconcile timesheets and resolve discrepancies with site supervisors
• Handle payroll queries from workers and resolve them promptly and empathetically

Accounts Receivable

• Raise and manage approximately 50 invoices per week across a diverse client base
• Track outstanding invoices, follow up with clients, and maintain an accurate AR ledger
• Reconcile client accounts and resolve billing disputes or queries
• Support credit control and escalate overdue accounts where needed

Broader Accounting & Compliance

• Prepare and lodge ATO BAS (Business Activity Statement) returns accurately and on time
• Perform regular bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
• Assist with month-end processes, accounts payable, and general ledger maintenance
• Support preparation of financial reports and assist the external accountant at year-end
• Maintain clean, organised financial records and ensure compliance with ATO requirements

What We're Looking For
Essential

• Prior experience in an accounting role managing both payroll and accounts receivable
• Experience processing high-volume payroll (weekly pay runs for 200+ staff)
• Solid understanding of Australian payroll, including award/penalty rates, entitlements, and superannuation
• Experience preparing and lodging BAS statements with the ATO
• Confident with bank reconciliations and core bookkeeping
• Proficient with accounting software (e.g., Xero, MYOB, or QuickBooks) and spreadsheets
• Strong attention to detail and a track record of accurate, timely work
• Excellent communication skills — you'll be talking to staff, clients, and the leadership team daily

Desirable

• Experience in the professional services industry
• A relevant qualification (Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Diploma of Accounting, or working towards a degree/CPA)
• Experience handling multi-entity or multi-state payroll

Personal Attributes

• Diligent and detail-oriented — accuracy in payroll is non-negotiable
• Empathetic and patient when handling payroll queries
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly
• A team player who acts as an extension of the business, not just a back-office function

What's On Offer

• A key role in an established professional services business in Wagga Wagga
• Close, collaborative team environment — you'll work directly with leadership
• Exposure to the full finance function, not just a narrow slice
• Real ownership: you'll run the weekly payroll and AR cycle end-to-end

How to ApplyPlease apply above or send an application to [email protected].