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• Full time position, within our growing Finance Team
• Work alongside a dynamic, friendly, and collaborative team
• Central location, open plan office and monthly morning tea and coffee on us!

At UniLodge you will have the opportunity to build a rewarding career, by growing your skills and capability with Australia and New Zealand’s leading provider in student accommodation. Our operation is on an exciting growth trajectory, with a portfolio of close to 140 properties and hotels. As we grow, we are always on the lookout for people who will enrich our culture and bring their unique perspectives and experiences to help UniLodge Group become even better. Join us and embark on an exciting journey to be the operator of choice.
  
The Role – Assistant Accountant
  
We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to support the Accountants in preparation of management accounts for the properties under UniLodge & Essence Communities management. In a rapidly growing business, this role requires the successful candidate to deliver a consistent, accurate and high quality service.
  
You will receive growth and development in Accounting and professional skills, whilst gaining a thorough understanding of how a thriving Finance Department works. The Assistant Accountant will receive hands on training and development across the UniLodge/Essence Finance team. More specifically you will:

• Assist in month end procedures - bank reconciliations, income journals, prepayment & accrual journals
• Preparation of Profit & Loss Statements, variance commentary, Balance Sheet reconciliations & GST reconciliations
• Bank reconciliations
• Process petty cash, corporate and operational credit card claims for both Australia and New Zealand
• Process corporate bank reconciliations for operational accounts
• Ad hoc processing of trust receipting and trust payments
• Complete accounts receivable invoicing in line with contractual requirements
• Debtor management
• Assistance in preparation of budgets & annual audit process for both UniLodge/Essence and its clients
• Check accuracy of online payments for both creditor and trust payments
• Processing of trust payments and receipts through property management system
• Ad-hoc reporting and administrative duties associated with the accounting role

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a corporate office environment (e.g. Junior/Graduate accounting role)
• Evidence of recently completed studies in a Business (Accounting) Degree with a GPA 5+ or in the last year of studies
• Intermediate Excel skills, including formulas (pivot tables, vlookups, index/match, sumifs)
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Customer focused and able to effectively communicate with our customers to resolve issues
• Self-motivated, with a positive mindset, who listens and works well within a team environment
• Ability to organise and prioritise tasks, ensuring both team and personal deadlines
• Unrestricted work rights in Australia
• National Police Check (completed within last 3 months), at your own cost

What we can offer you:

• Amplify your potential, we offer a variety of opportunities for career progression
• Personal and professional development, through online and face to face training and courses
• Focus on employee wellbeing to support mental, emotional, financial and physical health & wellbeing, including access to Employee Assistance Programs
• Inclusive culture in a diverse, collaborative and fun team environment
• Monthly morning tea, Annual Christmas Party, and other events
• Various leave options including two weeks paid parental leave, study leave & much more
• Strong focus on employee engagement – annual feedback surveys, and access to our community platform (Viva Engage)
• Performance recognition programs and rewards: ‘On-The-Spot’ Awards, Quarterly Awards, Annual Awards Night, Employee Milestone Rewards
• Flu Vaccinations – Company Funded
• Generous referral bonus (up to $1,000 AUD/NZD)
• Access to Insider Rates at Essence Hotels and Apartments

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career?
  
If you think this role is the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you. To submit your interest apply now with your Resume and Cover Letter. We review applications as we get them, and if we discover the ideal candidate, we may close the role earlier than the advertised close date.

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