Assistant Accountant

Gumala Aboriginal Corporation (GAC) works to alleviate poverty and promote self-determination for the Banjima Yinhawangka and Nyiyaparli people of the Pilbara region in Western Australia.

GAC represents the Banjima Yinhawangka and Nyiyaparli people of the Pilbara regionin Western Australia. GAC was established in 1996 following negotiations with Hamersley Iron Pty Ltd a subsidiary of Rio Tinto to advocate for the collective interests of the Traditional Owners.

We are a membership-based organisation and serve around 2000 Members acrossWestern Australia Australia and the world.

At GAC we believe in building strong relationships both within our team and with our members. Our core values consist of Family Respect Culture Leadership and Honesty. We strive to create anenvironment where every team member feels like they are part of a supportive and inclusive family.

We are proud to be one of the largest Aboriginal Corporations in Australia with our head office located in Tom Price and the corporate office situated in the Perth CBD.

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant to join the team in our Perth Office on a 12-month Fixed Contract (with the possibility of extension).

You will primarily be supporting the Finance Manager and Accountant with the preparation examination and analysis of accounting records budgets and financial statements; as well asperforming bank reconciliations month-end journal postings and preparation of balance sheets.

• Prepare and process month-end journals
• Assist with month-end and year-end reporting
• Support the AP and AR team as required
• Assist with the preparation of the BAS FBT returns and other statutory reporting obligations.
• Support quarter-end and year-end close processes and reports including variance analysis and preparation of working papers.
• Assist with the annual budget planning process liaising with budget holders and collating submissions.
• Assist with the grant acquittals.

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance
• Newly-qualified or working toward CA/CPA.
• Proven month-end and year-end processing experience.
• High-level accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft 365.
• Previous experience using NetSuite is an advantage.

• Competitive salary package including the opportunity to salary sacrifice.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• 40-hour work week in return for 6 weeks on Annual leave.
• Annual shutdown.

At GAC we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of belonging respect and growth. We care about our people and the communities in which we live and work while we recognise and celebrate our strengths and successes. We believe in people development and you will receive every opportunity for growth.

As an equal-opportunity employer Gumala Aboriginal Corporation values inclusivity; promotes aworkplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people including but not limited to; genders cultural backgrounds LGBTQIA disability & neurodiversity.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

If you share our values and are interested in what we offer please apply now! Alternatively please send your resume and cover letter to

Shortlisting will begin immediately and GAC reserves the right to fill the vacancy at any time.