Accountant

• Broad accounting role across EOM, recs, AP/AR & compliance

We are currently partnering with an established investment and financial services business based in Fortitude Valley to recruit an experienced Accountant for an initial three-month contract.

Operating within the investment space and working alongside a portfolio of Australian businesses, the organisation offers a professional yet entrepreneurial environment with exposure across a diverse group of businesses.

Due to a peak period, they are looking for a capable Accountant who can step in quickly and provide hands‑on support across the day-to-day accounting function.

The Role

Working closely with the broader finance team, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and posting journals, accruals and prepayments
• Completing balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations
• Supporting month‑end close and reporting processes
• Assisting with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as required
• Investigating and resolving reconciliation discrepancies
• Assisting with general ledger maintenance
• Supporting compliance requirements and related reporting
• Responding to ad hoc finance and accounting queries
• Providing broader support across the finance function during a busy period

About You

This role will suit an experienced Accountant who is comfortable stepping into a business and getting up to speed quickly. You will ideally bring:

• 3+ years' experience in an Accountant, Financial Accountant or strong Assistant Accountant capacity
• Strong hands‑on experience with journals, balance sheet reconciliations and month‑end
• A solid understanding of general ledger accounting and accounting principles
• Experience assisting with financial compliance, statutory obligations and/or related reporting
• Confidence investigating variances and resolving discrepancies with minimal supervision
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working across accounting/ERP systems
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• A proactive, adaptable approach and willingness to work across a broad accounting remit
• The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within a small finance team
• Availability to commence immediately or within one week's notice

What's on Offer

This is a great opportunity to join a well‑established business during a busy period, offering $40-$45 per hour + super, an initial three-month contract, and genuine flexibility.

The role would suit someone looking to secure a hands‑on contract where they can add value from day one.

Cadence Connect provides advisory and consultancy services strategically-targeted towards relieving organisational stress.

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