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About the Role Opportunity to join a small, well‑established engineering business on the outskirts of Newcastle, looking for a formally qualified accounting professional to join the team in a part‑time capacity. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and being close to the operational heartbeat of a business. Starting as an Accounts Assistant / Financial Accountant, you will support day‑to‑day finance activities, working alongside an existing team member, and gradually take on responsibilities currently managed by the Company Secretary. This is a long‑term development opportunity for someone who wants to grow their scope and influence within a stable, hands‑on environment. Key Responsibilities Support accounts processing including AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and journals Month‑end support including reporting and ledger maintenance Payroll assistance and award/EBA interpretation Compliance and governance support as duties transition from the Company Secretary Document management and statutory record keeping Liaising with internal stakeholders and external advisors General finance administration and process improvement About You Formal accounting qualifications are essential (Degree, CA/CPA or working towards) Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or finance administration Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach Comfortable working in a small, close‑knit engineering environment Ability to learn new responsibilities over time Confident communicator with solid organisational skills Experience with BusinessCraft would be well regarded What’s on Offer Part‑time role: 3 or 4 days per week Hybrid work available once trained A degree of flexible hours to suit family or lifestyle needs Stable, supportive engineering business with long‑term staff Genuine opportunity to expand your responsibilities and take on Company Secretary‑related tasks over time On‑site parking and easy access from Newcastle surrounds Please apply below for immediate consideration or contact Daniel Boyle at daniel@connectedpeople.com.au
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
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