• ADELAIDE, BRISBANE, MELBOURNE, SYDNEY, PERTH

UNITED WORKERS’ UNION

The United Workers Union is seeking a Graduate Accountant who will assist in financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting processes while gaining practical experience in financial management. This role is ideal for a recent graduate looking to develop their accounting skills and gain exposure to finance operations.

ABOUT UNITED WORKERS’ UNION

United Workers’ Union is a powerful member-led union whose sole purpose is to serve the collective interests of members in workplaces and communities by winning significant and long-lasting gains. The Union is driving change by growing union membership, developing leadership amongst our members, encouraging active member participation in the union, building and enforcing standards in our sectors, and campaigning both politically and in the community.

As a union with a proudly diverse membership, we are committed to equity and inclusion; and continuing to build a union that is truly representative of the workers we cover. We encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people and women.

KEY RESPONSiBILITIES

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and reconciliations.
  • Analyse financial data to identify discrepancies and trends.
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable:
  • Process invoices, payments, and expense reports.
  • Assist in monitoring outstanding receivables and follow up on collections.
• General Ledger Maintenance:
  • Assist in journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Taxation & Compliance:
  • Assist in preparing tax returns (GST, payroll tax, FBT, etc.).
  • Ensure compliance with state regulations and financial policies.
• Budgeting & Forecasting:
  • Support the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
  • Monitor actual financial performance against budgets.
• Audit & Internal Controls:
  • Assist in internal and external audits.
  • Support the implementation of internal financial controls.
• Other Duties:
  • Participate in financial projects and process improvements.
  • Stay updated on accounting standards and regulations.
  • Perform other finance-related tasks as assigned.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of accounting principles
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage X3 ) and Microsoft Excel
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A commitment to the United Workers Union’s values.

RENUMERATION

• Full-time office-based role.
• Salary Range of $72,000 to $76,000

Other entitlements include:

• 6 weeks annual leave
• 16% Superannuation
• 25 % Annual Leave Loading

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, together with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to Catherine Coghlan, Deputy Director (People, Culture and Change) through the UWU Careers Portal - click the "Apply Now" button.

For further information about the role, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Graduate Accountant - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs.