Please complete the form and upload your resume below to apply for a position with us.
Accountant / Book-keeper – SYDNEY or Central Coast – Fire Protection – Full time
Position filled
Sydney, Newcastle and Central Coast NSW
Posted June 23, 2023
Salary range: $90K to $125K per annum
About Redmen Fire Protection Management
Redmen have been leaders in the Fire Protection industry for over 40 years. We are passionate about delivering cost-effective solutions to our clients in a straightforward, direct and honest approach, providing a wide range of fire protection solutions.
Our integrity is our clients’ guarantee for the protection of their business and their employees, visitors and clients.
Our Mindset
We are a dedicated, hard-working team who will not compromise on our integrity just to save a few dollars. Protecting people and property are more important to us than profit, and this will be part of your DNA.
We are focused on providing you with the proper skills, and advanced professional development to effectively and efficiently complete the work.
The role
Due to expansion we are seeking a full-time Accounting professional to serve as the Company Accountant for our organisation.
The successful candidate must possess strong leadership skills to manage multiple projects in a fast paced, high growth company where day to day schedules can suddenly change due to the nature of the day-to-day business.
This role is for someone who enjoys a challenge and who has experience managing a team whilst reporting directly to Managing Director. You will also be managing our team of accountants in the Phillipines via our Online portal.
Duties & responsibilities
The Accountant Position is a key resource in the day to day running of the business including:
Manage the Preparation/Audit oversee accounts payable/receivables, cash disbursements, payroll and
Manage Bank and credit card reconciliations teams.
Preparation/Auditing End of Month processes
Manage the Overseeing the renewal/lodgement of other company liabilities such as Insurances, Payroll Tax, Long Service Leave returns
Auditing of Australian Weekly/Fortnightly Payroll
Manage the preparation of annual operating budgeting and forecasting.
Management of Financial Team
Complete other projects as required.
Current systems in use are Xero; Salarium; MYOB; Zoho and Simpro and well as Microsoft packages such as Excel, Word etc
What’s in it for you?
Performance bonus
A generous remuneration package and flexible working environment
Birthday Leave – Have your day on us!
A professional, friendly and supportive team
The employer’s focus is on providing you with the proper skills, and advanced professional development to effectively and efficiently.
A part of this role involves undertaking inhouse Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing.
Skills & requirements
Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance including Licence for Australian ATO Lodgements
Minimum of 4 years accounting experience in Commercially based environment
Minimum of 4 years experience preparation and lodgement of BAS, IAS, payment summaries, payroll tax and FBT
Auditing of Financial Reporting for Board of Directors
Team leadership experience
Previous experience using accounting web-based software packages
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to individuals with varied backgrounds and skill levels.
ATO registered to submit company records
How to apply
If this sounds like you and you want a fresh dynamic career, please apply now with your cover letter and your resume. You can do so using the form below or email your resume to
Employer questions
Your application will include the answers to the following questions:
What best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?
What best describes your right to work in Australia?
Which of the following Microsoft Office products or Mac equivalent are you experienced with? Word / Pages, Excel / Numbers, Powerpoint / Keynote
Other employment positions
Redmen is constantly offering employment to the very best in the fire protection industry. Even if there is not a specific position advertised, please reach out and indicate your interest if you’d like to work with us. Just fill in the form below.