The Opportunity

Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with our Accountant, this role offers exposure to the full accounting cycle in a busy engineering environment. This is not a siloed accounts role. You will gain end-to-end exposure across finance, purchasing, quality assurance and operational support - making it an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to become a well-rounded commercial professional.

Duties

• Assisting with the preparation of monthly financial accounts
• General ledger maintenance and reconciliations
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable support
• Payroll monitoring and entry oversight
• Fixed asset register maintenance
• BAS and payroll tax preparation support
• Supporting purchasing processes and supplier coordination
• Q&A / internal audit support and QA documentation reviews
• Supporting general administrative and system-based tasks
• Assist with corporate reporting requirements

About you

We are seeking a motivated and reliable individual who is looking to build a long-term career in accounting within a practical, operational business environment.

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Finance (desirable but not required)
• Sound understanding of accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Interest in understanding the full financial and operational cycle of an engineering business
• Sound understanding of journal entries

Why Callcott & Downey

• Benefit from our structured training and development programs
• Work for a respected Western Australian service provider and industry leader with potential career pathways across our national network
• Generous leave benefits including paid parental leave and secondary carer leave
• Be part of a company that values safety – our “Home Safely Every day” program is at the heart of how we work
• Training provided in specific business management data systems including biometric payroll and costing systems.
• Access to Fitness Passport.

About Us

Callcott and Downey Engineering has been a premium service provider for 99 years in Western Australia. Our team is focussed on ensuring our customers have the benefit of the skills and experience we have built up over this time. We are now at the forefront of hydraulic cylinder repairs and manufacture, with our Kewdale workshop providing a One Stop Shop service.

As part of the Questas Group, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and safe workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and grow.

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