General Accountant (AU Accounting)

Job Summary KDCI Outsourcing is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical General Accountant to support financial operations, reporting, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance across multiple business entities. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end and year-end processes, supporting accounts payable and receivable functions, and analyzing freight and logistics expenses. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of accounting principles, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities - Assist in preparing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements across multiple business entities. - Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records. - Prepare and process journal entries for month-end and year-end closing procedures. - Assist in preparing budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analysis reports. - Support the preparation of financial reports and presentations for management and external stakeholders. - Provide coverage and support for Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions. - Reconcile and analyse freight and logistics expenses, including transportation costs, customs duties, warehousing fees, and other related expenses, to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies or irregularities. - Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend strategies to optimize logistics-related expenses. - Prepare detailed reports and presentations on freight and logistics expenditures, highlighting key findings, trends, and actionable insights for management and stakeholders - Assist in the development and implementation of financial controls and processes specific to freight and logistics, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements - Prepare and lodge assigned Australian tax and regulatory returns, including: - Business Activity Statements (BAS) - Payroll Tax - Superannuation - Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) - Other applicable regulatory and compliance documents - Prepare and lodge Duties and Excise returns, including weekly releases and drawbacks when required. - Maintain awareness of changes in accounting standards, taxation regulations, and compliance requirements. - Conduct regular reviews and audits of financial data to identify and correct errors or discrepancies. - Assist in implementing and improving accounting procedures, financial controls, and reporting processes. - Provide supporting documentation and financial information during internal and external audits. - Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information and ensure data accuracy. - Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required.