Job Description
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Posted: 10/0+/2026
Closing Date: 30/0+/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: St Leonards
Job Category: Accounting
We are committed to providing services for people with low vision or blindness by tailoring solutions to help overcome barriers and build independent and fulfilling lives.
We are united in our shared mission of creating opportunities, championing the rights of people with low vision or blindness, and building communities who share our mindset and ambition for accessibility and inclusivity.
With a strong culture of innovation, learning, flexibility and belonging, we live our values and allow our team members to be the best version of themselves inside and outside work.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities:
Process bank reconciliations daily for the bank accounts allocated to the staff member
Follow up with the appropriate business units in relation to banking queries
Reconcile Donation Income in Xero compared to Salesforce on a monthly/YTD basis and investigate/report any variances
Complete the Gifts in Wills Reconciliations on a monthly basis
Maintain the fixed asset registers for additions, disposal, and transfers
Process general ledger journals and update reconciliations on a weekly/monthly basis e.g., accruals, prepayments, intercompany journals, investments, restricted funds, fixed assets
Verify all appropriate documents/approvals for purchases, sales and write offs of fixed assets
Complete other reasonable tasks from time to time as directed by senior finance team members, the Financial Controller or the Finance Manager
Essential Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
Completion or part completion of a postgraduate accounting qualification (CA or CPA).
Intermediate skills in MS Office programs, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Finance role
Experience in mainstream accounting packages – XERO, Asset Management system and Salesforce highly regarded.
Benefits that Guide Dogs offer:
As a member of the Guide Dogs team, you will have access to a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs.
A competitive remuneration package is available commensurate with skills and experience, which includes tax free salary packaging of up to $15,+00.
EAP - Get support when you need it with Employee Assistance Program counselling sessions.
Me Days – Receive two paid days per year to support your health and wellbeing.
Paid Parental Leave – take time to bond with your new child with 13 weeks paid leave after qualification period
The option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave each year.
Employee benefits program and Reward and Recognition program.
Annual flu vaccinations.
Support for your professional development including paid study leave and educational assistance.
Join an organisation that makes a meaningful and positive impact on our society.
Guide Dogs NSW/ACT are proud to be an inclusive workplace that reflects our clients and the broader community and are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We offer equal employment opportunity regardless of your disability, gender or gender identity, race, religion, ****** orientation, age, marital or domestic status, carer status, or political opinion.
If you require an adjustment within the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] to inform us of your preferred method of communication.
Posted: 10/0+/2026
Closing Date: 30/0+/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: St Leonards
Job Category: Accounting
We are committed to providing services for people with low vision or blindness by tailoring solutions to help overcome barriers and build independent and fulfilling lives.
We are united in our shared mission of creating opportunities, championing the rights of people with low vision or blindness, and building communities who share our mindset and ambition for accessibility and inclusivity.
With a strong culture of innovation, learning, flexibility and belonging, we live our values and allow our team members to be the best version of themselves inside and outside work.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities:
Process bank reconciliations daily for the bank accounts allocated to the staff member
Follow up with the appropriate business units in relation to banking queries
Reconcile Donation Income in Xero compared to Salesforce on a monthly/YTD basis and investigate/report any variances
Complete the Gifts in Wills Reconciliations on a monthly basis
Maintain the fixed asset registers for additions, disposal, and transfers
Process general ledger journals and update reconciliations on a weekly/monthly basis e.g., accruals, prepayments, intercompany journals, investments, restricted funds, fixed assets
Verify all appropriate documents/approvals for purchases, sales and write offs of fixed assets
Complete other reasonable tasks from time to time as directed by senior finance team members, the Financial Controller or the Finance Manager
Essential Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
Completion or part completion of a postgraduate accounting qualification (CA or CPA).
Intermediate skills in MS Office programs, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Finance role
Experience in mainstream accounting packages – XERO, Asset Management system and Salesforce highly regarded.
Benefits that Guide Dogs offer:
As a member of the Guide Dogs team, you will have access to a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs.
A competitive remuneration package is available commensurate with skills and experience, which includes tax free salary packaging of up to $15,+00.
EAP - Get support when you need it with Employee Assistance Program counselling sessions.
Me Days – Receive two paid days per year to support your health and wellbeing.
Paid Parental Leave – take time to bond with your new child with 13 weeks paid leave after qualification period
The option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave each year.
Employee benefits program and Reward and Recognition program.
Annual flu vaccinations.
Support for your professional development including paid study leave and educational assistance.
Join an organisation that makes a meaningful and positive impact on our society.
Guide Dogs NSW/ACT are proud to be an inclusive workplace that reflects our clients and the broader community and are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We offer equal employment opportunity regardless of your disability, gender or gender identity, race, religion, ****** orientation, age, marital or domestic status, carer status, or political opinion.
If you require an adjustment within the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] to inform us of your preferred method of communication.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Assistant Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
