Assistant Accountant

The Company:

27 branches. 48,000 satisfied clients. Alsco uniforms has been providing professional, hygienic, Managed Rental Services throughout Australia since 1963.

The Alsco Uniforms group consists of: Alsco Uniforms, a Managed Rental Service provider of Linen, Workwear, Mats, Industrial and First Aid; Australian Linen Supply, commercial linen for the hospitality sector, accommodation, and healthcare industries; Deane Apparel, the uniform experts; Clean Room Garments (CRG), contamination and infection control solutions; and Fresh & Clean, Managed Washroom services. The passion of our 2,200 employees in Australia is the driving force behind our success.

Why You Should Join Us:

• Permanent full time - Great job security working for a market leading company, internationally recognised and national footprint. Essential service provider during COVID time
• With an outstanding market reputation, a significant market share, a comprehensive product portfolio and 27 branches across Australia, we stand as a formidable presence in textile cleaning industry.
• Great Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a fantastic work/life balance with Monday to Friday.
• Opportunities for Growth: Join a winning team that values your growth. Benefit from on-the-job training and ample opportunities to develop your skills in an organisation filled with success stories.
• Inclusive Company Culture: Experience a great company culture with a friendly and supportive environment. We believe in inclusivity and foster a workplace where everyone feels valued. Come be a part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're friends.
• Experienced and Supportive Management: Work under the guidance of experienced and supportive managers who genuinely care about your success.
• Alexandria 2015 - Very convenient with public transportation.

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, based in our Alexandria, Sydney, NSW branch, the Assistant Accountant will be involved with the Administration and Finance functions servicing three branches in Sydney.

There will be opportunities to apply skills you have learned at university and your career to date, with analysis, problem solving and process improvement.

The day-to-day responsibilities of the role include:

• Assisting the manager and team with daily and month-end processing and reporting including Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
• Review and assists in maintaining Fixed Asset register, WIP to Capitalization files and Capex management.
• Accounts payable and Accounts receivable tasks.
• Ability to assist and contribute in Annual Budgets and Audits.
• Review and contribute in Monthly and Annual FBT reporting.
• Accounting and reporting system and process improvements.
• Other Accounting tasks and Reporting as required

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a well-established company.  Alsco is a CAANZ Approved Training Entity that offers ongoing training and support to the right person to Chartered Accountant status. We acknowledge our people through a range of benefits, career opportunities and great working environment.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a positive attitude in addition to a service orientation to duty and can work collaboratively within a team environment who wants a diverse role. You will be working alongside experienced and supportive team members and work with talented individuals in a leading organisation.

If you are an achiever and you possess the qualities we are after, this is a great opportunity for you to join a market leader.  We offer a challenging role and competitive remuneration.

Please note that we require all applicants to be proficient in the English language both verbal and written and must be legally entitled to work in Australia.

Please apply online with your CV, academic results and cover letter no later than 14 June 2024

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment screening, including background checks, police checks, reference checks, and health screenings involving drug and alcohol testing. Proof of Your Right to Live and Work in Australia must be presented at interview stage.

Alsco Uniforms is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and other legally protected characteristics.

Agencies please note: Alsco Uniforms is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Alsco Uniforms via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Alsco Uniforms. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Alsco as a result of the referral or through other means.