Assistant Accountant

Company Description

About Us

The racing world is not just exciting, it brings communities together across the state. Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) is at the center of this world and more than 24,000 people choose to join us in our quest to forge a sustainable future for racing in WA.

Our business is unique, which means we can offer careers which are interesting, challenging and diverse. Our values are important to us so, to be successful, you’ll have to share them. We respect one another, are accountable for our goals, connecting with everyone and bringing excellence to achieve great outcomes. We work hard but have fun while we’re doing it.

Job Description

About the role

We are currently seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our team to help support the Financial Reporting Team and Finance Transactional Services Team across end-to-end transactional accounting operations and financial accounting requirements. Other key accountabilities of this role include:

• Managing balance sheet reconciliations, sub-ledgers and month-end reporting
• Ensuring compliance with Purchase Card Policy and maintaining transactional controls and systems
• Preparing and reconciling withholding tax declarations at End of Financial Year. 
• Administering lodgments of Point of Consumption tax
• Supporting the Wagering Team on Domestic and international product fee reconciliations
• Reviewing and approving Transactional pool workflow items daily
• Assisting with internal and external audits.
• Be responsible for end-to-end Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
• Coordination of allocation and receipt of payments and processing daily bank statements
• Processing accounts payable payment runs and EFT/electronic payments (domestic and international)
• Maintaining accurate debtor records, following up overdue accounts and resolving reconciliation items

Qualifications

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Experience in a transactional finance team (AR/AP)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and GST compliance (ATO)
• Experience with complex general ledger reconciliations
• Experience using accounting systems and Microsoft Office

• Knowledge of relevant legislation, treasury instructions, accounting principles and practices applicable to the position.
   

Additional Information

Why join RWWA?

• Flexibility that works for you – hybrid arrangements that combine working from home with the benefits of our modern office.
• Investment in your growth – access to dedicated learning budgets and professional development support.
• A modern, people-first workplace – enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, wellness spaces, free parking, and secure end-of-trip amenities.
• Recognition that matters – competitive remuneration, employee benefits, and reward programs aligned to our RACE values: Respect, Accountability, Connection and Excellence.
• Wellbeing and support – access to mental health initiatives, wellness programs, and a paid Wellness Day.
• Community impact – contribute to safer wagering outcomes and positive community outcomes across WA.
   

Apply now with your CV and cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect fit for this opportunity. 

For more information visit Careers at RWWA or contact us at TalentAcquisition@rwwa.com.au

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening, which will include two reference checks, police clearance and Australian Working Rights check. 

At Racing and Wagering WA, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and making reasonable adjustments in which everyone is included and treated fairly. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.     

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