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GRADUATE ACCOUNTANT &ndash; ADELAIDE, BRISBANE, MELBOURNE, SYDNEY, PERTH
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UNITED WORKERS&rsquo; 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.
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ABOUT UNITED WORKERS&rsquo; UNION
United Workers&rsquo; 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. 
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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. 
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The United Workers Union is proudly affiliated with the Australian Labor Party.
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KEY RESPONSBILITIES
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<li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Financial Reporting &amp; Analysis
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and reconciliations.</li>
<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Analyse financial data to identify discrepancies and trends.</li>
<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Accounts Payable &amp; Receivable:
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Process invoices, payments, and expense reports.</li>
<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Assist in monitoring outstanding receivables and follow up on collections.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">General Ledger Maintenance:
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Assist in journal entries and account reconciliations.</li>
<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Support month-end and year-end closing processes.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Taxation &amp; Compliance:
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Assist in preparing tax returns (GST, payroll tax, FBT, etc.).</li>
<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Ensure compliance with state regulations and financial policies.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Budgeting &amp; Forecasting:
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Support the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.</li>
<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Monitor actual financial performance against budgets.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Audit &amp; Internal Controls:
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Assist in internal and external audits.</li>
<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Support the implementation of internal financial controls.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Other Duties:
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<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Participate in financial projects and process improvements.</li>
<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Stay updated on accounting standards and regulations.</li>
<li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height: 115%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Perform other finance-related tasks as assigned.</li>
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KEY SKILLS &amp; COMPETENCIES
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<li style="line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin-left: 0px;">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin-left: 0px;">Attention to detail and accuracy</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin-left: 0px;">Knowledge of accounting principles </li>
<li style="line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin-left: 0px;">Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage X3 ) and Microsoft Excel</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin-left: 0px;">Good communication and teamwork skills</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin-left: 0px;">Ability to work independently and meet deadlines</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin-left: 0px;">Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li>
<li style="line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin-left: 0px;">A commitment to the United Workers Union&rsquo;s values.</li>
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RENUMERATION
Full-time office-based role.
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<li style="line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin-left: 0px;">Salary Range of $72,000 to $76,000</li>
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Other entitlements include:&nbsp;
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<li style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">6 weeks annual leave</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">16% Superannuation</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; line-height: 115%; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">25 % Annual Leave Loading</li>
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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 - <a rel="noopener" href="https://aus232.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-AU/uwu" target="_blank">https://aus232.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-AU/uwu</a> &nbsp;
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CLOSING DATE
Completed applications must be received by 4pm (AEDT) Thursday 27th March 2025
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For further information about the role, please email <a rel="noopener" href="mailto:jobs@unitedworkers.org.au" target="_blank">jobs@unitedworkers.org.au</a>&nbsp;
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