Description:
Next Gen Health & Lifestyle Clubs is a leader in the provision of premium health and leisure facilities and currently operates six clubs throughout Australia and New Zealand. At Next Gen we're focused on the health and well-being of our members and our people so don't miss out on this opportunity to continue your finance career and to making a difference!
About Next Gen as an employer
Next Gen is a great place to grow your career and our culture is central in making Next Gen a great place to work. We believe that our people are our greatest asset and therefore the key to our success.
We reward and recognise initiative and performance whilst investing in our employees to keep them challenged and genuinely passionate about our brand. We want you to use and experience our facilities first hand, so we also offer complimentary club membership.
About the role
Next Gen’s finance team is centrally located in Adelaide and we’re seeking the services of an experienced and detail focused Financial Accountant. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Financial Accountant will be responsible for supporting Next Gen’s finance functions through the timely and accurate processing of financial transactions, assistance with periodical reconciliations, ensuring accuracy in financial records and providing crucial support for financial reporting and compliance.
What you’ll be doing
Your key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- In the short term: Provide assistance with end-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including data entry; Support the automation of invoice processing to free up capacity in the AP function;
- Preparation of bank, balance sheet and other reconciliations;
- Assistance with periodical revenue and expense calculation’s including the preparation of adjustment schedules for items such as accrued and prepaid expenses and revenue received in advance;
- Assistance with the preparation a of management and statutory accounts;
- Assistance with audit processes by ensuring compliance with company accounting policies and internal controls and timely preparation of financial & other documentation;
- Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process by supplying analysis, assumptions and phasing, particularly with respect to revenue and expenses;
- Supporting the payroll functions by providing backup when required and assisting with periodical procedures including statutory payments;
- Assisting with systems and process improvement/modernisation; and
- Administrative and general support duties as required.
What skills and qualities do you need to have?
To be successful in the role you will:
- Hold tertiary qualifications in accounting;
- Have a minimum two (2) years’ experience in a similar position (within a consumer services business advantageous);
- Have proficient knowledge of accounting principles and practices including crucial support functions such as AR,AP and payroll;
- Have a sound understanding of Goods & Services Tax (GST) principles;
- Be an advanced user of Microsoft Excel;
- Be a proficient user of other Microsoft Office suite applications including Outlook and Word;
- Be a proficient user of finance software applications (MYOB Exo for business advantageous);
- Show initiative with a ‘can do’ and ’hands-on’ approach;
- Derive satisfaction from the quality and timeliness of your work completed;
- Have excellent communication & interpersonal skills a derive satisfaction from maintaining positive and cohesive working relationships; and
- Have a commitment to continuous improvement with a willingness to respectfully challenge the status quo.
If this sounds like you, then apply today by submitting your Resume and Cover Letter via our Career's Site. Applications Close – Monday 2 April, 2024.
nextgenclubs.com.au
Please note:
- Proof of right to work in Australia documentation will be required to be presented at the first interview; and
- We are inviting direct applicants only.