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Assistant Accountant Australia and New Zealand 12-month maternity leave coverThe primary responsibility of the Assistant Accountant is to record accurate transactions in the accounting systems and assist in the month-end processes. To provide reporting and other support to the stakeholders as per needs basis.This is an excellent learning opportunity that provide an overview understanding of our business process, and to perform across different areas of financial accounting including but not limited to forecasting, budgeting, local and global end-to-end process etc.Reporting Relationships:Reports to Financial Controller, Australia and New ZealandDirect Reports:NoLocation:Melbourne flexible hybrid workingLanguage:EnglishIn this role you can expect toPeople AccountabilitiesEmbrace Teamwork within own department and across the businessDevelop and build strong working relationships with colleagues across the LHH business to support the achievement of company objectives.To live and promote values and mindsets of LHH businessComply with the organizations certified Management Systems including applicable responsibilities for Quality, Information Security, and Health & Safety.Financial AccountabilitiesFinancials / Accounting, Reporting and AnalysisMonth end P&L, Balance Sheet reporting and analysisKey supplier reconciliationsPreparing accurate sales reportingOther ad hoc duties to support the finance team and broader businessFinancial accountabilities are measured by reliability, accuracy and timeliness of reportingKey StakeholdersANZ Financial ControllerANZ Finance DirectorGMs & Sales DirectorsFinance (Shared Services)Key Performance IndicatorsAccuracy of prepared results and reportingAdherence to reporting deadlinesManagement of stakeholdersAdherence to Group Policies & ControlsAll About YouA positive, self-starter attitude and desire to exceed expectations at every opportunityAttention to detail, strong organizational skills, and an absolute focus on quality of workStrong written and verbal communication skillsFluent in EnglishThe highest level of integrityQualifications and ExperienceTertiary qualified in an accounting or business degreePart qualified CA or CPAAdvanced Excel skills, proficient in Word and PowerPointExperience in MSD or similar accounting system is preferred but not necessaryAbility to work autonomously and in a teamSkills and Attributes:Ability to interact with multiple financial systems across the organizationExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHigh level of attention to detailAbility to build strong relationshipsAbility to manage competing priorities and adapt to a fast-changing environmentAbility to communicate financial ideas to non-financial colleaguesSound knowledge of organizational accounting proceduresWhat we offerGrowth opportunities within a human resources global leaderWe prioritize learning to stay agile in an increasingly competitive business environmentWe foster an open-minded environment where people spark new ideas and explore alternativesContract: 12-month maternity leave coverAbout LHHLHH empowers professionals and organizations to achieve bold ambitions and secure lasting impact through unique advisory services and talent sources.Our full suite of offerings connects solutions that are traditionally siloed, making LHH your single talent partner. In a rapidly evolvinglandscape with complex challenges, we create value across the entire professional talent journey. From hiring great people, developing skills, and nurturing leaders, to advancing individuals to the next stage of their careers, LHH make talent your competitive edge.We believe the future of work lies at the intersection of exceptional human care and innovation. Powered by science, technology, and proprietary data analytics, LHHs approach is crafted to align with your business strategy and culture, delivering powerful, sustainable, and measurable impact.LHH has a team of over 12,000 professionals, across 60+ countries and more than 50 years of experience. As part of the Adecco Group, we bring together global excellence, local knowledge, and centralized coordination for thousands of companies and millions of people worldwide.Recruitment. Development. Career Transition.LHH. A beautiful working world.www.lhh.comLHH is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr