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Assistant Accountant (Maternity leave cover)JBS Australia''s Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, has the largest multi-species processing facility in Australia, processing beef, sheep, and goats. JBS Southern processing facilities have access to all major international markets, providing our livestock suppliers with a range of markets and brand opportunities.At JBS, we foster a positive and inclusive culture that values diversity and teamwork. We are committed to your professional growth, offering robust career development opportunities within one of the world''s most respected organisations.We are seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant for 12-month Maternity leave cover to support the timely, efficient, and accurate capture of unified PLS financial data. In this role, you will be responsible for providing key financial/commercial processes and tools that assist business partners across sites. Your contributions will help embed consistent PLS financial controls and provide commercial insights while identifying and mitigating risks to better inform our resourcing decisions and processes.Key Responsibilities:Manage and track vehicle details for financial reporting.Maintain and update ongoing costs using a ready reckoner for 2023/2024 and subsequent FBT years.Oversee NIB Health Insurance reconciliations.Reconcile deductions to expected costs and received invoices.Prepare and distribute employee monthly statements.Reconcile FBT balance sheet GL accounts.Manage electricity and gas payroll deductions.Complete the annual FBT return tax pack.Financial reporting for SOX compliance.What you will bring to the table:Previous experience in accounting or finance, ideally in an assistant accountant role.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.Knowledge of financial systems and processes, including reconciliations and tax reporting.Proficiency with Excel or similar financial tools.What We Offer:Opportunities for professional growth and development.A supportive and collaborative work environment.The chance to be part of a leading company in the meat processing industry.How to Apply:Are you ready to be part of the 3rd largest Food & Beverage company in the world (just behind Nestle & Pepsi!) and have the opportunity to shape the future of our Operations strategy, working closely with leaders across the region?We want to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr