Assistant Accountant Australian Indigenous Education Foundation location Sydney.

The role the Assistant Accountant is integral to the AIEF Business Services team and wider organisation in terms of the day to day financial operations, and providing support to the Business Services Manager. As Assistant Accountant your responsibilities broadly cover the data entry associated with ensuring the integrity of the general ledger, subsidiary systems and bank accounts.  This includes:

Accounts Payable functions, Donation receipting, Payroll processing, Bank Account and Credit Card reconciliations, Assisting the Business Services Manager and Business Services team as required.

The person we are looking for someone who is motivated by AIEF’s mission and values, and has relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting with at least 2 years’ experience in a hands-on finance and accounting function. Proven ability to work both alone and part of a small team, liaising with stakeholders across the organization. Experience in the use of Accounting software (preferably MYOB Advanced). Experience in processing payroll. Advanced excel skills.

It is highly desirable that you have experience working in the not-for-profit sector. An understanding of AIEF’s working environment, including not-for-profit financial and regulatory responsibilities. Experience in the use of CRM (preferably Dynamics 365). Ability to identify and execute on process and system improvements.

Attributes and approach capacity to work flexibly and proven ability to prioritise workload independently. Understand the importance of adhering to organisational accounting procedures. Thorough and accurate with a high level of attention to detail. Pragmatic and applies common sense to findings. Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build and sustain relationships. Exceptional time management and planning skills, including demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.