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Assistant Accountant

Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Contract Type: Permanent Recruitment
Location: Newcastle
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Reference: 1040556
Contact Name: Olivia Evans
Contact Email: oliviae@peoplefusion.com.au
Job Published: May 06, 2026 16:15

Job Description

  • Opportunity to work with a long-standing, family-owned Australian business with a strong reputation in the industry

  • Fantastic opportunity to work alongside and be mentored by an experienced Company Accountant

  • Be part of a friendly and supportive team

About Frontline Hobbies

Frontline Hobbies is a proudly family-owned business that has been operating since 1978. Based in the Broadmeadow, the company has grown over the years to be the largest Australian hobby store.
  
About the opportunity
 
This is a key role supporting the continued success of Frontline Hobbies, with primary responsibility for the organisation’s accounting function from an assistant accountant perspective.
  
This is a great opportunity to be mentored, coached and supported by an experienced Company Accountant while working with an interesting product range in a retail environment. Based in Broadmeadow, this position offers the chance to join a friendly and easy-going team.
  
While your focus will be managing day-to-day financial duties, you will also assist the Company Accountant as required and provide broader accounting support when needed.
  
Key responsibilities

Duties will include, but are not limited to: 

  • Complete end-to-end high-volume accounts payable and receivable, including bank and credit card reconciliations.

  • Oversee inventory-related transactions, including invoices, purchase order matching, stock adjustments and supplier reconciliations

  • Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies, working collaboratively across teams including sales, warehouse and procurement

  • Support the Company Accountant with preparation and lodgement of BAS, IAS, PAYG, payroll tax and superannuation as required.

  • Assist with month-end processes and preparation of financial reports as required.

  • Provide support to administrative functions as required

About you

The successful candidate will bring a genuine interest in the accounting field and a strong willingness to learn. You will have experience in finance, accounting and/or bookkeeping, and be self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  
Your strong financial skillset, along with excellent time management and organisational abilities, will ensure you thrive in this high-volume environment.
  
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess:

  • 2–5 years’ experience in accounting, finance or bookkeeping, with experience in trade or retail environments highly regarded

  • Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping or a Diploma in Accounting (preferred)

  • Proficiency in accounting software (ideally Xero) and Microsoft Office, including Excel

How to Apply

To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and the associated benefits of this opportunity, contact Olivia Evans on 02 4927 2025 oliviae@peoplefusion.com.au or Monica Sfeir on 02 4927 2036 monicas@peoplefusion.com.aufor a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.
  
Interviews will commence immediately; therefore, early applications are encouraged.
  
At peoplefusion we don’t just accept diversity and inclusion —we celebrate it! We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, religion or physical ability, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance with your application, please don’t hesitate to contact us.