Accounts Assistant

ABOUT US

ASSA ABLOY is the global leader in access solutions, dedicated to satisfying end-user needs for security, safety, and convenience. With offices in over 70 countries, we are represented in all major regions within both mature and emerging markets. Our iconic brands, such as Lockwood, Abloy, Gateman and Yale, are driven by innovation and have been recognised with ASSA ABLOY’s inclusion in Forbes’ Top 100 most innovative companies list, on four separate occasions.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join the team. Based in Auckland, the key focus of the role is the provision of all transactions for AR; providing general administration tasks and main banks reconciliations.

The role contributes to the profitability by ensuring customer payments are received in good time and bad debts are minimised.

Key responsibilities include:

Accounts Receivable processing: (40%)

• Handle daily banking transaction.
• Allocate payment allocation according to received remittances.
• Communicate with customers regarding overdue accounts and disputes.
• Process General Ledger journals.
• Orders on Hold required to be assessed, released or follow up customers.

Financial Reporting and Tax Requirements (30%)

• File indirect taxes (PAYE) before due date and process weekly/monthly payroll journals.
• Prepare payroll payment in the bank and related IRD payroll payment.
• Intercompany/division recharge and allocation; process intercompany agreement (ICT) AR in HFM.
• Completing assigned balance sheet reconciliation in FloQast on time.

Banking Process and other duties as directed: (30%)

• Maintain overall bank reconciliation responsibilities.
• Loading USD and CNY payment in SEB bank.
• Treasury funding: ensure both USD and CNY bank have sufficient funds to meet business needs.
• Other tasks from time to time allocated by Finance Director when required.

ABOUT YOU

      The ideal candidate will be results-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You will be a team player who proudly boasts accuracy and exceptional attention to detail as a strength. Further, you will have demonstrated:

• Relevant degree or at least 2 years’ experience as a qualified accountant and understand corporate reporting deadline.
• Knowledge of accounts receivable and basic tax requirement (Income tax, FBT, GST,etc).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with D365 will be an advantage.
• Experience working with foreign currency.

IN RETURN

We are part of a global company with a diverse range of opportunities, both locally and abroad. We offer a competitive salary, training, and the opportunity to develop and enhance your career. We take great pride in the efforts of our team members who create a supportive team environment and make ASSA ABLOY such a great place to work.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.