Accountant

Are you an experienced accountant with a keen eye for detail and a passion for financial excellence? Join Happytel Retail Group, where you'll play a key role in financial analysis, reporting, compliance, and payroll processing.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop financial strategies to optimize profitability and efficiency

Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and internal controls

Prepare management reports and conduct variance analysis for decision-making

Payroll & Compliance

Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and legislative compliance

Implement payroll controls to mitigate risks and analyze payroll costs

Manage GST returns and tax compliance for Australian and New Zealand operations

Management Accounting & Process Improvement

Lead month-end close, reconciliations, and complex journal entries

Perform financial modeling and scenario analysis to support business initiatives

Drive process improvements and enhance financial systems (NetSuite/Xero)

Leadership & Strategic Support

Mentor junior finance staff and support leadership with financial insights

Advise on lease negotiations and store opening/closing financial impacts

What You’ll Bring:

Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance in Australia
2+ years of experience in financial accounting and payroll processing preferably in retail business
ERP knowledge desirable
Proficiency in accounting software (NetSuite, Xero, or similar)
Strong payroll knowledge, experience with Tanda, Xero is a plus

Why Join Us?

Growth-focused company with career advancement opportunities
Competitive salary and benefits package
Supportive and dynamic work environment

About the role:

Full-time position based in Auburn, Sydney

Hours of work: 38 hrs p/w Monday (8:30am - 5:00pm), Tuesday - Friday (9:00am - 5:00pm).

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