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Assistant Accountant
Walshs Glass is proud to be the leader in glass processing, servicing the WA building and construction industry for over 50 years. As an independent family-owned business, our experience and scale underpin our reputation as the experts in glass.
Focused on delivering customer excellence every day, we produce and deliver high-quality glass products combined with flexible and reliable service. We pride ourselves on maintaining strong, lasting relationships with our customers - from small independent glazing businesses to Tier 1 commercial builders.
The
Opportunity
You will work closely with the Financial Controller and senior management, gaining hands-on commercial insight and visibility across operations. This role offers broad hands-on experience across core accounting and payroll functions, providing strong end-to-end finance experience in a thriving business. The position supports professional development and career progression for someone working towards CA/CPA. The role suits a proactive finance professional who wants responsibility, autonomy, and real impact from day one.
The Role
This position involves a broad range of responsibilities, including, but not limited to, the following:
- Provide comprehensive accounting support to the Financial Controller, including financial reporting, journals, month-end processing, cash flow forecasting, and fixed asset management
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with payroll tax, superannuation, and relevant legislation
- Process invoices, trade finance transactions, and payment cycles, ensuring all activities follow approved processes and deadlines
- Maintain and update financial registers, including assets, capital expenditure, and project-related records
- Conduct stock and inventory reviews, including stocktake reconciliations and monthly stock revaluations
- Prepare and submit statutory compliance requirements such as BAS and ATO reporting
- Identify and implement system and process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and financial controls
The Person
The successful candidate should possess the following skills, qualifications and attributes:
Skills and Qualifications
- Degree in Accounting or Finance, ideally also progressing towards to pursue CA or CPA accreditation
- 2–3 years’ experience in accounting and payroll processing
- Experience in working with different awards and enterprise agreements
- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll, superannuation, and financial compliance requirements
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (Business Central or ELMO desirable)
Experience and Attributes
- Able to present and communicate competently and professionally
- Good team player and considerate of others
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining accuracy and high-performance standards
The Employee Benefits
- Wellness and lifestyle package of $275 available annually
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted health insurance, gym membership and auto services
- Regular social events and morning teas
- Purchase Walshs glass product at cost
- Salary Sacrifice options on IT and portable devices
- Full uniform supplied
- Weekly fruit supply in lunchrooms
- Free parking