Assistant Accountant

Hunter Manning have been engaged by a key client to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join their high-performing finance team within a large, multi-entity business headquartered in Perth. The role supports the broader corporate finance function and plays a pivotal role in delivering timely and accurate financial information, contributing to budgeting and forecasting processes, and supporting strategic business decision-making.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven finance professional looking to progress their career in a dynamic and fast-paced corporate environment.

Key Requirements:

• Manage core accounting functions including P&L and balance sheet reviews, accruals, prepayments, asset management, inter‑company reconciliations, and data integration between systems.

• Deliver monthly financial reporting and insights, including variance, expense, revenue, salary, and cashflow analysis.

• Support budgeting and forecasting while overseeing AP coordination, AR coverage, fleet, and credit card management.

• Provide insurance and asset data, ensure accurate coding and compliance with budgets, and supervise the Accounts Assistant.

• Maintain and enhance internal controls and support compliance with financial policies and procedures.

• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis, projects, and system improvement initiatives as required by senior management.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Progress toward CPA or CA qualification (or recently qualified).

• Minimum 2–4 years’ experience in a similar role within a large corporate, shared services, or professional services environment.

• Strong understanding of accounting standards.

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with medium to large ERP systems.

• Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and communicate financial information clearly.

• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in a multi-entity environment or Audit background.

• Hands on 2- 3 years accounting experience.

• Familiarity with automation tools or financial systems upgrades.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work in a market-leading organisation with a strong corporate presence in Perth.

• Career progression pathways and ongoing professional development support (CPA/CA).

• Collaborative and supportive team culture.

• Flexible working arrangements and employee wellbeing initiatives.

• Modern corporate offices.