Accountant

Job Summary:

The Accountant provides essential support to the finance department at Lhere Artepe Supermarkets. This full-time permanent role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing accounts transactions, supporting payroll functions, and assisting with month-end procedures. The position is suited to someone who is detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to process accuracy and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and examining financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Analysing financial reports to provide insights on operational efficiency, financial performance, and budgetary controls.
• Prepare, maintain and present management reports for the business including maintenance of the product costing system and the sales reporting system 
• Providing financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting to assist in business planning and decision-making.
• Maintaining accounting records and systems in accordance with statutory requirements and company policies.
• Cash management, including oversight of debtors and creditors 
• Timely and accurate processing of Payroll and the maintenance of accurate payroll records
• Advising on the selection and application of accounting policies and financial reporting standards.
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining internal control procedures to safeguard company assets.
• End of month and year reporting including the preparation of BAS, FBT Returns, Payroll Tax lodgements and other tax obligations 
• Conducting internal audits to assess the effectiveness of financial and operational systems.
• Liaising with auditors, taxation authorities, and other regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with all legal and reporting obligations.
• Preparing tax returns and ensuring timely lodgement of statutory returns.
• Handle sensitive and confidential business and personal information with strict confidentiality, tact and discretion

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of Australian Accounting Standards and relevant legislation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with high attention to detail.