Schréder
Manufacturing
AssistantAccountant
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“Assistant Accountant at Schréder. Skills: Accounting, Financial reporting, Reconciliation. Process financial transactions. Document financial transactions”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solver
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Accounting, 2+ years' experience in a similar accounting role, Understanding of accounting principles, Advanced Excel skills, Confident written and verbal communication skills
Nice to Have
2-3 years of experience in AA, Experience using ERP systems, Experience using Power BI, Exposure to manufacturing environments, Exposure to complex business environments
What You'll Do.
Process financial transactions
Document financial transactions
Reconcile balance sheet accounts
Reconcile intercompany accounts
Resolve discrepancies
Assist with month-end close
Assist with year-end close
Prepare month-end reporting
Support BAS reporting
Support PAYG reporting
Support Payroll Tax reporting
Support FBT reporting
Support statutory reporting
Assist with audit documentation
Handle day-to-day finance tasks
Match purchase orders
Provide cover for Accounts Payable
Provide cover for Accounts Receivable
Prepare monthly sales reports
Assist in CAPEX process
Maintain CAPEX register
Perform monthly reconciliation
Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis
Prepare ad-hoc reports
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with stakeholders; Work closely with Senior Accountant; Collaborating with a team
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Full Job Description
At Schréder, we’ve been illuminating cities, industries, and communities for over a century. As pioneers in smart, sustainable lighting, our technology powers safer streets, efficient infrastructure, and vibrant public spaces in more than 71 countries. With sustainability at the heart of everything we do, we’re helping the world transition to smarter, greener urban ecosystems, reducing energy use, cutting carbon emissions, and protecting what matters most. Be part of our mission to transform how the world lights up. Creating solutions that strengthen communities, support the planet, and shape the future of intelligent lighting. If you want to build real commercial experience , understand how a manufacturing business operates , and work closely with stakeholders across the business? This is for you! The role: As an Assistant Accountant, you’ll support the Finance team by ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting. You’ll work closely with the Senior Accountant and gain exposure beyond day-to-day transactions in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Key responsibilities include assisting with a range of accounting duties, including fixed assets, month-end preparation and reporting, audit support, accounts reconciliation, sales reporting and variance analysis. What you’ll be doing: * Processing and documenting financial transactions accurately * Reconciling balance sheet and intercompany accounts and resolving discrepancies * Assisting with month-end and year-end close (journals and reporting) * Supporting BAS, PAYG, Payroll Tax, FBT and other statutory reporting * Assisting with audit documentation and requirements * Handling day-to-day finance tasks (PO matching, invoice coding, allocations) * Providing cover across Accounts Payable and Receivable when required * Prepare accurate and timely monthly sales reports across products and business segments. * Assist in CAPEX process, maintain the register and perform monthly reconciliation * Preparing ad-hoc
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