Assistant Accountant | Brisbane CBD

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Degree-qualified in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

At least 2 years' experience in a related accounting role.

Knowledge of GST and BAS obligations.

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Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Consultant

Description

Sarina Russo Group is a proudly Australian, privately owned organisation established in 1979, delivering employment services, education, training, and allied health services nationally. We are looking for a proactive and detail-driven Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team in a varied and hands-on role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an accounting professional who is ready to build their career in a well-established and fast-paced organisation, gaining exposure to financial reporting, reconciliations, compliance, and month-end processes across multiple entities. Working closely with an experienced team and reporting to the Group Finance Manager, you will play an important role in supporting financial operations and contributing to accurate and timely reporting.

This full time position is based in our Brisbane CBD office and requires regular on-site attendance.

What You’ll Be Doing

Play a key role in preparing monthly management accounts across the Group’s portfolio of entities

Prepare journals, manage prepayments, and assist with fixed asset administration

Manage group bank reconciliations, proactively investigating and resolving discrepancies

Assist with the preparation and submission of BAS statements

Contribute to month-end reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, budgets, and forecasts

Provide support with statutory accounts, audit requests, and Fringe Benefits Tax processes

Work closely with the Accounting team to respond to internal finance queries and support broader team goals

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

Degree-qualified in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

At least 2 years’ experience in a related accounting role

Knowledge of GST and BAS obligations

Experience in a structured finance environment with exposure to compliance and regulatory requirements

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a collaborative approach

Desirable:

Currently studying towards or holding a CPA or CA qualification (or equivalent)

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains)

Experience working across multi-entity group structures

Why Join Us

Join a well-established and respected organisation with a collaborative and supportive team environment

Gain broad exposure across multiple entities and build your experience in financial reporting, compliance, and month-end processes

Work closely with experienced finance professionals who will support your ongoing development

Take on a varied, hands-on role with genuine opportunities to grow your accounting career

Be part of a fast-paced environment where your contribution is recognised and directly impacts business outcomes

Support for CPA/CA study

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Convenient Brisbane CBD location with excellent public transport access

Staff development and internal promotion pathways

If you are looking for a role where you can broaden your accounting experience, work with a supportive team, and contribute to a respected organisation, we would love to hear from you.

At Sarina Russo Job Access we are committed to an inclusive workplace that embraces and promotes diversity. We value, respect and seek to leverage the unique contributions of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We also offer flexible working arrangements to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities that we serve. You will be required to complete a police check should you be successful in being appointed to our organisation. To be eligible for this position you must have an appropriate visa to work in Australia. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Company Overview

In 1979, Sarina combined inspiration and desperation to open a small typing school with just nine students. On graduation, she promised all the students jobs and she delivered. The ability to execute is what the Sarina Russo brand stands for and why people have trusted it for over 45 years. Today, the Sarina Russo Group employs over 500 staff and is a global leader in education, employment and training.