Brisbane, Queensland
3 days ago
Assistant Accountant

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

The Opportunity:
This role covers various aspects of the day-to-day financial function in the Finance Department, in essence it involves assisting the Financial Controller where required in preparing the various monthly reports and performing tasks that lead to the completion of those reports. It also involves various ad hoc departmental duties.

The key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

Maintain integrity and accurateness of the Company’s general ledger including accounts reconciliations, prepare journal entries (i.e. accruals, amortisation, reclass, deferral) in the accounting system;Process month end and yearly roll over as per checklists; Update daily and end of month foreign exchange rates in the accounting system and run revaluation functions as per guideline;Assist in the development of internal control procedures and guidelines (SOX procedures);Provide support to the annual statutory audit of Group’s statutory accounts, and Internal Audits.Maintain the integrity and accurateness of Fixed Asset Register (FAR), including depreciation calculation, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) tracking, records maintenance, asset movement updates and together with Operations Team to track individual assets;Responsible for the inter-company charges with other L3Harris business unit, including maintain correct reconciliation in the Intercompany Billing System (IBS) and make sure correct bill back issued before IBS dateline;Support the preparation of the yearly Fringe Benefit Tax/ statutory Tax compliance as required;Administer the Deltek T&E system and ensure all timesheets are posted accordingly with required deadlines.  Provide backup to Engineering staff T&E Administrator.Identify and develop process improvements to streamline financial processes and improve team efficiency.Provide back-up for all aspects of day-to-day Finance functions as requiredBack-up for payroll function including submission to ADPAd hoc duties as requested by Line Managers.Knowledge, Skills & Experience:The skills and attributes for this role will include but not be limited to:Attention to detailAbility to work within a fast-paced environmentAbility to interact effectively with internal stakeholdersAbility to communicate effectively at all levels and to work in a team environmentExperience with ERP systemsExcellent verbal and written skillsIntermediate knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Qualifications:

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Finance or a similar field2-3 years’ experience in a similar role is essential and previous experience in manufacturing industry is preferredQualified or studying towards completion of CA/CPA

About Us:

L3Harris Space and Airborne Systems Australia is a Brisbane based subsidiary of L3Harris and part of our ICI Division. We provide design, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced electronic warfare components and subsystems using cutting edge wideband radio frequency and photonic technology. We are a trusted, sovereign design and production partner to the Australian Department of Defence and an established exporter to global defence primes.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities for all. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

A few of our employee benefits are:

5weeks annual leaveFlexible working hours and hybrid working where possibleFlexible annual leave (buy & sell up to 2 weeks)Salary continuance insurance (SCI pays 75% of base salary and bonus for up to 2 years)Discounted private health insuranceLife & Total Permanent Disability CoverNovated Car LeasingSalary SacrificeHalf day Fridays

Important to know

Due to the nature of our work many our roles require an Australian nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet eligibility.

Eligibility and clearance process information can be found at;

https://www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances/about/overview

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