Assistant Accountant

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety.

K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.

At K&S Freighters, we're more than just transport, we're the driving force behind Australia's supply chain. From road, rail, and coastal sea forwarding to export packing and wharf lodgement, we deliver seamless, end-to-end logistics solutions that keep Australia moving.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a motivated and proactive Assistant Accountant to join our Enfield team.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing operation where you will play a key role supporting daily business functions and operational administration.

Working alongside an experienced manager with over 17 years in the industry, you'll be part of a down-to-earth and collaborative team where your contribution will be genuinely valued.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, can manage competing priorities and takes pride in maintaining accurate systems and processes.

You will:

• Process purchase orders, invoices and general accounts administration
• Assist with weekly and monthly P&L reporting, cost tracking and financial administration support
• Complete data entry and maintain accurate operational and financial records
• Coordinate customer accounts and responding to client enquiries
• Support internal auditing, compliance and reporting requirements
• Assist the operational team with day-to-day administrative support
• Maintain management information systems and reporting databases
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, customers and suppliers
• Ensure company systems, procedures and compliance standards are met
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across administration and accounting processes

What you'll bring:

• Previous administration experience in a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to accounts administration, purchase orders or finance support functions
• Understanding of P&L support, reconciliations or operational cost tracking highly regarded
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Positive attitude and team-focused approach
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills and confidence learning new systems
• Transport and logistics industry experience highly regarded
• Certificate IV in Business Administration or similar qualification desirable

Why Join us:

• Competitive remuneration
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Be part of building a new team from the beginning
• Novated car lease option
• Salary sacrifice
• Paid parental leave
• Growth and development to support career progression
• Employee recognition and rewards program
• 24/7 Employee assistance program including financial wellness support
• Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace
• Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history

To uphold our core value of "Everybody Safe Everyday" a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights. We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.

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