An Accountant is responsible for managing and the reporting of financial information f or an organisation. Whilst an Accountant may perform all the tasks encompassed in an accountancy role in smaller companies, different accountants are generally responsible for different accountancy areas in larger companies. This can include financial accounting and management accounting. As one of the most crucial roles not just of any finance team, but any company, the Accountant job description is a dynamic role with a multitude of responsibilities, including: Examining bank statements and reconciling them with general ledger entries Examining expenses submitted by employees Keeping an eye on incoming payments from accounts receivable and outgoing payments from accounts payable Creating company financial reports with the above information included Analysing data collected in order to determine the state of the company’s financial health Analysing data to understand where the company is generating and losing revenue Examining the proficiency of the software programs used to organise data Generating financial reports that display the company’s profits, equity and cash flow

Accountant job qualifications and requirements

A degree, although not always mandatory, is very advantageous in an accountancy career. A Bachelor’s degree in the following is particularly favoured: Accounting Business studies Economics Management Typically too, accounting positions require professional certification. In Australia there are three maj or accounting bodies with whom an Accountant can gain accreditation: Certified Practicing Accountants (CPA Australia) Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (CA Australia) Institute of Public Accountants There are a number of international accounting bodies that are recognised too. Submit your resume or request talent now and our expert recruiters will be with you shortly.Robert Half can assist you with your accountant staffing needs.
Accounts Payable (AP)
Accounts Receivable (AR)
Auditing
ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning
General Ledger
MYOB
Payroll
QuickBooks
Reporting
Sales
Salary for Accountant in Sydney
$102,185 - $122,515
25th Percentile
$102,185
The applicant has limited or no experience in the position and is still developing their skills. Demand: Low
50th Percentile
$115,560
The applicant has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills. Demand: Moderate
75th Percentile
$122,515
The applicant has above-average experience, has (nearly) all necessary skills, and may also have specialised qualifications. Demand: High
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th Percentile 50th Percentile 75th Percentile Assistant Accountant $75,435 $83,995 $92,555 Senior Accountant $115,025 $127,330 $141,775 Group Accountant $119,840 $136,425 $155,150 Accounts / Finance Officer $70,085 $77,040 $87,740 Accounts Payable Officer $67,945 $77,040 $87,740 Accounts Payable Manager $94,160 $107,535 $124,655 Accounts Receivable Officer $74,365 $81,320 $93,625 Accounts Receivable Manager $94,695 $107,535 $121,980 Bookkeeper $78,645 $89,345 $100,045 Corporate Accountant $119,840 $136,425 $155,150 Cost Accountant $117,700 $126,260 $144,450 Financial Accountant $100,045 $110,210 $120,375 Senior Financial Accountant $124,655 $139,100 $155,685 Management Accountant $107,000 $118,770 $128,400 Senior Management Accountant $128,400 $144,450 $155,150 Project Accountant $109,675 $126,260 $146,590
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