The Assistant Accountant is responsible for the timely preparation of bank reconciliations, supporting accounting functions, banking, general ledger management and reporting, daily sales processing and reconciliations, as well as deductible gift recipient administration. This role contributes to the smooth running of the Finance department within the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.

Key accountabilities

• Manage and control bank reconciliations
• Respond to box office and charge back queries.
• Manage some aspects of the General Ledger, including:

Musicians’ Loans

Contra-account transactions

General Ledger Accounts reconciliation

Payroll entries

Sales report reconciliation

Financial Accounting

• Post and reconcile Tessitura (CRM System) daily sales
• Prepare and reconcile weekly event settlements
• Reporting and administration of DGR
• Raise and process accounts receivable invoices
• Manage accruals and prepayment schedules
• Assist in end-of-month reporting
• Participate and contribute to the yearly external audit
• Assist with preparing BAS and APRA reporting
• Post core funding journals

Qualifications and Skills

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Qualified accountant with CPA/CA accreditation or currently studying towards it is highly valued
• Accurate numerical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management and work prioritisation skills
• Willingness to learn and develop accounting and finance skills
• Highest possible ethical standards in all aspects of professional life
• Accounting software experience (preferable SUN) and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Development

• Professional development in specialist accounting areas, including financial reporting
• Develop organisational team-working skills

Salary

$75,000 - $80,000 plus superannuation and leave loading.

Please apply with cover letter and CV.