Finance Assistant

Natilik is a Global Technology Solutions Partner. Our mission continues to be two-fold; growing a brand that is seen as the industrys Confident Guide sat between the vendors who make technology and our clients who want to use it to help deliver the outcomes most important to them. We offer products services platforms applications and expertise to help. We also want to continue to build a business that we can be proud of with a focus on five stakeholders: clients people partners communities and shareholders; putting our people at the heart of everything we do. From the small and simple to the large and complex we want a life-long partnership a company our clients and people can rely on.

Role: Accountant

Location: Hybrid (Sydney 2000)

Supported by: Financial Controller

The role

The purpose of this role is to deliver hands-on financial and operational support across the business by managing core accounting and operational processes. The position is responsible for posting journals maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and overseeing the full accounts receivable and accounts payable functions ensuring accurate processing timely collections and supplier payments. The role also supports the sales team by managing renewals and converting approved deals into live projects ensuring all transactions are correctly set up invoiced and recorded. By owning these end-to-end operational finance activities the role ensures financial accuracy process efficiency and seamless coordination between finance and sales.

On a day to day basis the Accountant will

Accounting responsibilities

• Review validate and formally approve project budgets ensuring commercial viability margin compliance and alignment with financial governance standards.

• Prepare and review project estimates ensuring accurate forecasting of costs revenue and margin.

• Upload and validate approved project estimates within finance systems ensuring consistency between forecasting and actuals.

• Process and post specific regional or project-related estimates maintaining accuracy in financial tracking and reporting.

• Complete and reconcile cost of sales calculations within the accounting system ensuring accuracy in margin reporting.

• Process final supplier invoices reconcile balances and close the purchase ledger for monthly reporting.

• Prepare and submit Network Operations Centre (NOC) intercompany cost recharges ensuring correct allocation and documentation.

• Process international transition cross-charge invoices into the accounting system ensuring timely and accurate posting.

• Compile supporting documentation and schedules for intercompany transition charges.

• Reconcile validate and post corporate credit card expenditure ensuring policy compliance and correct cost allocation.

• Process recurring journal entries for standard monthly accruals prepayments and adjustments.

• Review and approve employee timesheets ensuring accurate cost allocation to projects and correct payroll processing.

• Release APAC List of Projects with On-Prem / Transition / Recurring Costs

• Create maintain release and complete detailed on-prem orderbooks

• Release orderbook of Projects with On-Prem / Transition / Recurring Costs

Sales Operations Responsibilities

• Reduce risk from cost change by leveraging partner promotions and programs with the commitment to uphold the sales integrity of every deal.

• Demonstrate financial acumen by understanding basic tax implications exchange rates and financial dynamics.

• Confidently convert across all currencies and manage intercompany purchase orders.

• Maintain regular communication from quote requests to purchase orders and delivery.

• Maximise profitability by understanding partner discounts promotions and programs.

• Review and verify customer orders for accuracy including product specifications pricing and delivery details.

• Enter order data into our systems cross data analysis ensuring all information is accurate and complete for processing. Maintaining accurate records of inventory and shipments related to partner products and licences.

• Strive and maintain operational excellence: Using tools documentation and processes to the highest standard.

• Establish a high level of engagement with partners sales teams and delivery teams to ensure timely order fulfilment and on-time delivery.

• Maintain proficiency in platforms like Salesforce AX CCW and others.

• Identify and resolve order discrepancies: Sole aim to ensure a smooth client experience.

Key Qualities

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse complex financial data and derive meaningful insights. Capacity to assess the financial health of a team function and Natilik and identify key performance indicators.

Critical Thinking: Evaluating financial situations objectively and making informed decisions. Identifying potential issues.

Problem Solving Skills: Addressing financial challenges and developing strategies for improvement. Adapting to changing market conditions and proactively managing risks.

Prioritising Time Management & Multi-tasking Skills: Prioritising time management and multitasking are paramount in a finance role due to the dynamic and multifaceted nature of financial responsibilities. These competencies enable finance professionals to meet deadlines manage diverse projects and contribute strategically to Natiliks success. They ensure financial analyses reporting and decision-making processes are conducted promptly and accurately ultimately supporting the financial health and growth of Natilik.

Resilience & Adaptability: Resilience and adaptability are essential qualities for individuals in a finance role allowing them to navigate the dynamic and often unpredictable nature of financial environments.

Attention to Detail: Attention to detail in a financial role refers to the ability to meticulously review and manage financial data ensuring accuracy and precision in financial analyses reporting budgeting and compliance. This skill is crucial to avoid errors that could lead to significant financial discrepancies or regulatory issues.

Effective Communication: Crafting concise and accurate financial reports summaries and documentation. Communicating financial insights in a clear and understandable manner. Effectively communicating complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Creating clear and compelling presentations for the senior management team and board members.

Continuous learner: Someone thats constantly looking at ways to improve their style and their industry knowledge.

Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and build positive relationships.

Stakeholder Management: Ability to work effectively with key stakeholders.

Experience

Bachelor of Commerce (Finance or Accounting major preferred)

Studying towards or open to studying for Chartered Accountant/CPA/ACCA

1-2 years industry experience specifically knowledge of posting journals invoices and paying suppliers

Excellent attention to detail communication (written and verbal) time management skills and organisational skills

A growth mindset and willingness to adapt

How You Will Make an Impact

Timely posting and accuracy of journals for the month end process

Timely payment of invoices

Timely processing of deals

Benefits

Natilik offers a series of benefits and perks designed to support your personal and professional growth while fostering a thriving and rewarding work environment. We recognise the importance of contributing to our peoples well-being job satisfaction and work-life balance and remain committed to doing so. This is why we offer:

• 25 days annual leave ( public holidays) rising with tenure

• Quarterly Awards and Bonuses

• Flexible Working Policy

• Access to Financial Wellness support

• Industry-leading home working and mobility technology

• Private Medical Insurance contribution (up to $120 per month)

• Company shares (available after One year tenure)

• Access to EAP scheme for you and your household

• Money towards your Gym Membership (up to 50%)

• Annual paid volunteering day

• Enhanced parental leave

• Access to funding for additional qualifications and courses

• Access to paid study leave

Natilik Diversity & Inclusion

At Natilik we know its crucial that our people reflect the diversity of our clients around the world. We know that having people from all walks of life makes us a more creative and innovative company. That variety of experience culture and background allows our teams to be better. We make sure we do whatever we can to support our people making them feel valued and included alongside unlocking their potential is essential. Were incredibly proud of our diversity.