Assistant Accountant

Company Description

About Us

The racing world is not just exciting, it brings communities together across the state. Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) is at the centre of this world and more than 24,000 people choose to join us in our quest to forge a sustainable future for racing in WA.

As well as controlling thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing in Western Australia, RWWA operates the TAB which has more than 300 off-course retail outlets, a call centre and online betting services. Our motto is Better Your Bet because increasing profits through Western Australia’s own TAB means better returns for the local racing sector and state-wide communities.

Our business is unique, which means we can offer careers which are interesting, challenging and diverse. Our values are important to us so, to be successful, you’ll have to share them. We respect one another, are accountable for our goals, connect with everyone and bringing excellence to achieve great outcomes. We work hard but have fun while we’re doing it.

Job Description

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team and play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation. Working closely with both the Financial Reporting and Finance Transactional Services teams, you will contribute to the delivery of accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and efficient transactional accounting services.

This is a hands-on role that offers exposure across a broad range of accounting activities, including the preparation and lodgment of financial returns, management of balance sheet reconciliations and financial ledgers, and support of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. You will work collaboratively with stakeholders across the business to ensure financial records are maintained accurately and in accordance with relevant standards and requirements.

Qualifications

About you

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in a Transactional team environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and GST compliance according to ATO guidelines.
• Experience in complex general ledger reconciliations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset on maintaining accuracy and integrity of accounts and complete the tasks independently.
• Well-developed knowledge and understanding of computerized accounting systems as well as Microsoft Office/Windows environment.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, treasury instructions, accounting principles and practices applicable to the position.
• Well-developed numerical and literacy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work individually and in a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to establish business relationships with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Customer-focused mindset and approach to work.

Additional Information

What are you waiting for?

Apply now with your CV and cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect fit for this opportunity.

For more information visit us at Careers at RWWA or contact us at

TalentAcquisition@rwwa.com.au

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening, which will include two reference checks, police clearance and Australian Working Rights check.

Please note this role is only open to applicants that hold Australian Working Rights, and we do not offer Work Sponsorship Visa's.

Additional benefits

• Personal learning and development budget
• 17.5% loading on Annual Leave
• Health and wellness initiatives to support you inside and out
• Access to discounts at a wide range of retailers
• Reward and Recognition Program

At Racing and Wagering WA, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and making reasonable adjustments in which everyone is included and treated fairly.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Applications will close on 25th September 2026