Assistant Accountant

We are offering you:

• Permanent full-time position with competitive remuneration
• Rewards & Recognition Program
• Discounted health insurance with Medibank
• Novated Leasing
• Lifestyle discounts with Woolworths, Coles, Avis, Quest, Accor Hotels etc
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Who will you be working with?

The Graduate Accountant provides support to the Finance Manager in delivering accurate, timely, and efficient financial and accounting services across Austbreck Pty Ltd and RMS Pty Ltd.

How will you make a difference?

This entry-level role will involve assisting with day-to-day accounting tasks, monthly reporting, reconciliations, budgeting support, project accounting, and compliance requirements. The Graduate Accountant will gain experience working across both entities and will be trained in the use of the company’s ERP systems: Sage (used by Austbreck Pty Ltd) and M1 (used by RMS Pty Ltd), with consolidated budgeting and forecasting reporting performed in OneStream.

Where is the position located?

This is a full-time, permanent position located in Rydalmere, NSW. The team works from home Mondays and Fridays, 3 days in the office. 

What will your typical day look like?

General Accounting Support

• Assist with the preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting for both entities.
• Post and process journal entries and assist with general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist in fixed asset management and depreciation schedules.
• Support in reconciling sub-ledgers (e.g., inventory, payroll, prepayments) to the general ledger.
• Prepare accruals, prepayments, and adjusting journals under supervision.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation for audit readiness.
• Help ensure internal controls are followed in line with company policy.
• Support in the preparation of working papers for end-of-month and end-of-year close.
• Assist in managing intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in financial processes and documentation.

Budgeting & Forecasting Support

• Support the Finance Manager in preparing budget templates and compiling departmental inputs.
• Participate in regular budget review meetings and document financial commentary.
• Assist in developing and maintaining forecasts.
• Conduct basic trend and variance analysis on revenue and expense categories.
• Help gather, organize, and analyze historical financial data to inform future budgets.
• Prepare reports for internal stakeholders.
• Assist in reconciling budget figures with system-generated data using Sage, M1, and OneStream.
• Support consolidated budgeting and forecasting activities using the OneStream corporate performance management platform.
• Help ensure data alignment between ERP systems (Sage/M1) and OneStream for actuals and forecasts.

Project Accounting Assistance (Austbreck)

• Assist in setting up new projects in the Sage ERP system with accurate coding and budget allocations.
• Help track project costs, including labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses.
• Reconcile actual costs of project budgets on a regular basis.
• Assist with job costing and allocation of direct and indirect project expenses.
• Support the Finance Manager in liaising with project managers to validate cost estimates and accruals.
• Help prepare documentation required for project billing and milestone claims.
• Maintain accurate records of project financial transactions and supporting documentation.

Compliance & Audit Support

• Assist with BAS, GST, and PAYG reconciliations.
• Support audit processes by preparing documentation.
• Help maintain compliance records and support ATO and ASIC obligations.

Working with Shared Services Team

• Collaborate with Shared Services (HR, Payroll, IT, AP/AR) to resolve finance-related queries and ensure data accuracy.
• Assist in coordinating information flow between finance and other support functions.
• Help resolve transactional discrepancies or documentation issues with Shared Services teams.
• Support cross-functional finance processes involving Shared Services input.

Reporting & Systems

• Assist in generating reports from Sage (Austbreck) and M1 (RMS) ERP systems.
• Ensure data integrity and alignment between ERP systems and OneStream for financial reporting.
• Learn and comply with internal procedures for using Sage, M1, and OneStream effectively.

What do we want to know about you?

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
• Currently pursuing or intending to commence CPA or CA qualification
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Interest in learning Sage, M1, and OneStream (training will be provided)
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous internship or part-time experience in a finance team (desirable but not essential)

Applicants must have current working rights in Australia. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates will be required to complete background and criminal history check.

We thank all applicants for their interest; each application will receive a response.

We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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