Assistant Accountant

Hays
Darwin NTFull time

Listed 22 Sep 2026

Closes 22 Sep 2027

Exciting Assistant Accountant Role | Temporary Full Time Assignment

Temporary Full-Time Opportunity
Location: Berrimah
Competitive hourly rate
An exciting opportunity is available for an Assistant Accountant to join a well-established organisation located near Berrimah. This temporary full-time assignment offers the chance to work closely with a finance team, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their accounting career in a supportive environment.Working across two smaller business entities, you will gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities while contributing to the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

About the RoleReporting to the Finance Manager, you will provide support across a variety of accounting and finance functions, including:

  • Payment reconciliations and account reconciliations
  • Processing and managing intercompany transactions
  • Maintaining expense accounts and financial records
  • Assisting with month-end procedures, including journal entries
  • Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
  • Assisting with end-to-end accounting processes across multiple entities
  • Ensuring accurate financial data and documentation is maintained
  • Supporting the wider finance team with general accounting and administrative duties

About You:

  • Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Bookkeeper, Accounts Officer, or similar finance position
  • A sound understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
  • Experience with reconciliations, journals, and month-end activities
  • Exposure to accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • The ability to work independently while also collaborating with a broader finance team
  • Relevant accounting qualifications or studies in progress desirable but not essential

What's on Offer

  • Temporary full-time assignment initially expected to run for 2-4 months
  • Significant mentoring and support from an experienced Finance Manager and te
  • Exposure to end-to-end accounting responsibilities
  • Flexible working hours within a Monday to Friday work week
  • Opportunity to build valuable experience in a professional finance environment

To ApplyIf you are looking to further develop your accounting career in a supportive environment and gain hands-on experience across a broad range of finance functions, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your resume or contact Brianny Johns at Hays Recruitment for a confidential discussion regarding the opportunity.
brianny.johns@hays.com.au
(08) 8943 6063
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be contacted prior to the closing date.#3019783