Assistant Accountant

Rex is Australia’s largest independent regional and domestic airline operating a fleet of 60 Saab 340 and 6 Boeing 737-800NG aircraft to 63 destinations throughout all states in Australia. In addition to the airline Rex, the Rex Group comprises wholly owned subsidiaries Pel-Air Aviation (air freight, aeromedical and charter operator) and the two pilot academies, Australian Airline Pilot Academy in Wagga Wagga and Ballarat.Expressions of interest are sought from qualified and motivated individuals to undertake the role of Assistant Accountant based in Mascot. The position is part-time, with the opportunity to convert to full-time.Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful candidate must be a hardworking and experienced Accountant, with the ability to take control of a General Ledger, preparation of financial statements, dealing with auditors and work as part of a larger team.Key Selection Criteria: Relevant tertiary degree in Finance or AccountingExperience in commercial accountingFamiliar with General Ledger and Asset Register ManagementKnowledge of GST and ATO reporting requirementsAbility to work accurately with high volume of data and meet tight deadlinesHigh computer literacy with Microsoft suite particularly ExcelSound knowledge of ACCPAC accounting system desirable, but not essentialEffective communication skillsConditions:Wage rates and conditions will be discussed with the successful applicant.Please note: Under the Rex Group COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy all new customer-facing frontline employees must be fully vaccinated with an Australian Government Department of Health approved COVID-19 vaccine and provide evidence of vaccination and all other employees must follow the requirements as outlined in the Policy. To apply:Please submit your application with CV and Cover Letter via our careers page:https://careers.rex.com.au/job-details/query/8438717.   AUD Sydney