Assistant Accountant

The Assistant Accountant will support the ANZ organization by assisting with accounting and general administrative tasks. We are looking for an open, passionate person who shares our values, is a true team player and will enjoy working with the rest of us at Sectra. The role will be divided approximately as follows:60% - Finance (accounting)40% - Administrative supportThis role will be broad in nature and encompass diverse tasks. For the accounting component, you will be responsible for providing financial support including handling of financial records, accounting tasks and record keeping. On the administrative side, your tasks will include general administrative duties including but not limited to office management tasks, human resources assistance, logistics, and other general administration duties.The role will report to the ANZ Finance Manager.Context in OrganisationThe Assistant Accountant role will be in the Finance Department and will provide services across the entire organizationKey ResponsibilitiesAccounting:Full function Accounts ReceivablePreparation and issuing of invoicesReview of accounts receivable and follow up on unpaid invoicesFull function Accounts PayableProcessing and payment of all purchase invoicesProcessing all tax related paymentsProcessing and payment of employee related expensesBank account reconciliationsBalance sheet reconciliations monthlyPrepare and lodge GST returns for both AU and NZSupport payroll dutiesAssist Finance Manager in preparation of annual income tax returns for both AU and NZAny ad-hoc reporting as requiredSupport Finance Manager in various tasks, as requiredAdministrative:Assist with various daily operations as required by the business, such as recruitment, travel bookings and trade show logisticsPerform general office duties and errands such as ordering office supplies and coordinating deliveriesOrganise the onboarding and office set up of new employeesMonitor the operation of office space and common areas, including inventory/asset management, parking and meeting room allocationsAd hoc tasks as required by senior managementCollaborate with team members to continuously improve processes and overall efficiencyGeneral:Work in accordance with company policies and proceduresBuild effective relationships with stakeholders to ensure successful communicationAct as a key representative of the Sectra brand in all stakeholder engagements, always promoting the culture and values of SectraRole RequirementsFlexible hybrid working with minimum of 3 days per week in officeInfrequent travel to attend key off site meetings and eventsRare work outside of business hours, with time in lieu accrued and taken flexibly around commitments. Life at SectraYour work here at Sectra will have a direct impact on our mission to create solutions that are beneficial for life, working closely with our customers and end users. Our culture is focused on principles of transparency, personal empowerment, and collaboration. We prioritize your professional and personal development.We offerA professional workplace with fantastic colleagues, who also have fun at work. A work environment where your voice will be heard and where your efforts make a difference. The ability to work with products that bring real benefits to society. An environment that features technically advanced systems and where patient safety and efficient workflows are key aspects. An international environment with the opportunity to work in, or with, other countries and cultures. ,At Sectra, we hire for attitude and ability – train for skill. This means who you are is more important than your previous experiences. There are a few core abilities that are central for any role. We always look for your willingness and ability to learn and take on new tasks fast, utilize previous experiences and quickly grasp new information. We also want you to have a strong analytical mindset in which we consider it to be important that you can understand and break down and solve problems. We also look for good communicators who have the ability to interact with colleagues, partners and customers in an effective, clear and constructive way.In addition to these abilities, we also want you to:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent working experience in relevant roleOrganisation skills with the ability to effectively plan and prioritiseExcellent communication skillsProficiency with the use of computers and software including Microsoft Office SuiteCollaboration and negotiation skillsAnalytical, with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detailWe consider it a great asset if you:Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Business Administration, (or a related field)Shows a drive and passion to improve own skills and knowledgeSees opportunities and enjoys sharing own ideas, improvements, and solutions. Knowledge of relevant tools and software e.g. ERP systemsOther information:The goal is for the right candidate to start as soon as possible.We recruit on an ongoing basis. This means we encourage you to apply or contact us as soon as possible.Depending on the role, a mandatory background security screening might be performed as part of the recruitment process at Sectra. Please reach out to the responsible hiring team if you have any questions regarding this. Learn more about our recruitment process here.