Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

About Us

We are a specialist freight forwarder handling a range of goods, varying from biological materials to highly regulated shipments across a global network. We're looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join our Australian finance team.

About the Role

This is a hands-on accounts role supporting our cash book accounting function. You'll be responsible for accurate, timely data entry and reconciliation work that keeps our finances running smoothly across a busy freight forwarding operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Cash book accounting and daily transaction processing
• Supplier invoice entry with a high level of accuracy
• Supplier statement reconciliation
• General ledger and account reconciliations
• Preparing routine financial reports
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Supporting month-end processes as required
• General administrative support to the finance team

About You

• Proven experience in a bookkeeping, accounts payable, or accounts assistant role
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Strong reconciliation skills (supplier statements, general ledger)
• Comfortable working with high transaction volumes
• Good working knowledge of Excel; experience with accounting software (e.g. Xero, MYOB, or similar) preferred
• Well-organised, able to manage competing deadlines
• A team player who communicates well with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Freight forwarding or logistics industry experience is a plus but not essential
• Support the Finance manager with other ad-hoc duties.

Profile

Interpersonally you will have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal). You will enjoy partnering with all levels of stakeholders within the business, and adding value through the quality and integrity of the the work you do. You possess an ownership mentality and will thrive on making positive changes within the business. You will be able to adapt and work well under time constraints.