Accounts Assistant

Accounting / Auditing / Finance

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Accounts Assistant - Colombo 03

Are you a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Assistant? We are looking for you to join our fast-growing team!

Acan Group is a facility services provider established in 2014, based in Australia. We offer Facility Management and Property Maintenance services. Our team is diverse, hardworking, and expanding – and we'd love for you to be part of it.

Position: Account Assistant

Salary: LKR 100,000 to 120,000

Location: Colombo 03

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and issue client invoices accurately and on time
  • Follow up on overdue invoices and resolve outstanding payments
  • Review and approve employee work hours for payroll processing
  • Manage payroll systems and ensure accurate payslip generation
  • Reconcile transactions on Xero and maintain financial accuracy
  • Respond professionally to phone and email inquiries
  • Generate monthly financial statements (P&L, wages summary, etc.)
  • Perform data entry and bookkeeping tasks
  • Maintain records for clients, employees, suppliers, and inventory
  • Assist staff with payroll and payment queries
  • Record any client-requested changes or additional services
  • Support the accountant with year-end reporting and documentation
  • Maintain confidentiality with all financial and HR information
  • Liaise with external accountants for BAS and tax submissions
  • Provide weekly financial and admin reports to management
  • Carry out other reasonable duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in an accounting/finance support role
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
  • Professional qualifications CA, ACCA, CIMA preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information

If you're a dedicated and experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a new challenge with a dynamic, growing company, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications to [email protected]

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We look forward to your application!