Assistant Accountant
About The Swatch Group
Swatch Group is the world's number one manufacturer of finished watches. With its 16 watch brands, the Group is present in all price segments and is also active in the manufacture and sale of jewellery, watch movements and components. Its production companies supply movements and components to third-party watchmakers in Switzerland and around the world. Swatch Group is a key player in the manufacture and sale of electronic systems used in watchmaking and other industries. It is also a leader in the field of sports event timing.
The Australian subsidiary of Swatch Group unites the following watch brands under its roof: Breguet, Blancpain, Glashütte Original, OMEGA, Longines, Rado, Tissot, Mido, Hamilton, Swatch and Flik Flak.
The Role
As an Assistant Accountant, you will support the Finance function by delivering accurate and timely financial processing, reconciliations, and reporting. The role is responsible for maintaining the integrity of financial data across the general ledger, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, and bank reconciliations, while contributing to month-end processes and financial analysis. Reporting to the Financial Accounting Manager and working with the broader Finance team, you will assist in driving efficient operations, continuous improvement, and high-quality internal service delivery, along with supporting accounts payable, staff claims, and other ad hoc finance activities.
This is an office-based role, located in Richmond.
- Prepare journals, accruals, and assist with month-end close
- Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations
- Maintain the fixed asset register, including depreciation
- Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations
- Analyse and allocate freight costs
- Support accounts payable and staff expense processing
- Assist with reporting and responding to internal finance queries
- Contribute to process improvements within the Finance function
- Provide various reports including marketing reports on request.
- Assist in following up queries.
- Assist Financial Accounting Manager with ad hoc reports when required such as FBT & Transfer Pricing.
Skills & Experience
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- 1–3 years’ experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar role
- Strong understanding of core accounting principles (GL, reconciliations, P&L, balance sheet, fixed assets)
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP or similar preferred)
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- High attention to detail with strong problem-solving ability
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Team-oriented with a proactive and flexible approach
- Retail industry experience (desirable)
Benefits
- Collaborative and supportive culture
- Generous employee discount across all Swatch Group brands
- Employee referral program with the opportunity to earn a cash reward
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive income protection insurance
- Novated leasing opportunities for electric vehicles
- Extensive professional Learning and Development Program
- Beautiful office space with subsidised parking
- Large breakout space with coffee and fresh fruit provided daily
How to Apply
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