Accountant

Iron Creek Bay Estate | Sorell, Tasmania

Iron Creek Bay Estate is one of Tasmania's leading agritourism destinations, offering accommodation, dining, weddings, events, and tourism experiences within a unique waterfront estate. The estate is also home to orchards growing cherries, apricots, and a variety of seasonal fruits, creating a truly distinctive destination. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join our growing team and support the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

Reporting to the Director, CEO, you will assist with a range of accounting and administrative functions to ensure the smooth running of our finance department.

Key responsibilities include:

• Cooperating with and assisting the General Manager as directed in managing daily company financial,

accounting to ensure a positive, safe and profitable working environment

• Recording transactions such as income and outgoings, and posting them to various accounts

• Processing payments, reconciling bank accounts and conducting daily banking activities

• Producing various financial reports and monthly accounts

• Reconciling reports to third-party records such as bank statements

• Liaising with the external Accountant for annual accounts and tax queries

• Reconciliation, preparation and lodgement of monthly or quarterly business activity statements (BAS)

• Managing the accounts payable function including the processing of invoices due for payment

• Managing the accounts receivable function including the allocation of payments

• Credit control of overdue payments

• Developing ad hoc financial and operational reporting as needed

• Perform any reasonable request as requested by the General Manager and or Owner

• Develop positive working relationship with the support divisions and operations team to ensure

proper operational support

• Provides feedback to the general manager on performance of job responsibilities

• Ensuring company policies and procedures are followed

• Maintains a favourable working relationship with all other IRON CREEK BAY FARM STAY employees to

foster and promote a co-operative and harmonious working environment

• At all times projects a favourable image of IRON CREEK BAY FARM STAY to the public.

We are seeking someone who is organised, reliable, and enjoys working with numbers and systems.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, Finance Administration, or similar role

• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

• Excellent organisational and time management skills

• Sound knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes

• Experience using Xero, or similar accounting software

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Office Suite skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Certificate IV or Diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance, or a related field

• Experience in hospitality, tourism, accommodation, or events industries

• Payroll experience

• Opportunity to work within one of Tasmania's most unique tourism and hospitality destinations

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Diverse role with exposure across multiple business divisions

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

If you are a motivated finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic business environment, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only that shortlisted will be contacted.