Ascent is an engineering consultancy that supports the Australian Defence Force by supplying them with expert engineering contractors, specialising in Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance.
(Yes, it actually IS rocket science!)
We believe in hiring smart people, nurturing their ideas, and giving them the opportunity to make a tangible and value-driven difference to the defence industry – and are looking for someone to keep our spreadsheets aligned, our invoices sent, and our office zen – even when things are flying at Mach speed.
Here is what you will typically be working on:
Bookkeeping & Payroll Duties
- Assisting with accounts payable and receivable
- Bank, credit card and expense reconciliations
- Managing Cost Centres and Budgets
- Supporting external accountants with reporting and compliance
- Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero
Office & Admin Support
- General administration and document wrangling
- Travel and event logistics support
- Supporting procurement and supplier liaison
- Keeping our digital (and physical) filing cabinets in top shape
- Helping keep our culture positive, efficient, and just a little bit quirky
- Keeping the office stocked, tidy and humming along
You’re our kind of person if you:
- Find joy in getting things organised and running smoothly
- Have high personal integrity – you’re the kind of person others can trust implicitly
- Take initiative and don’t wait to be told what needs doing
- Are comfortable in a workplace with personality – ours comes with banter, memes, and the occasional (harmless) pranks. A thick skin and a good sense of humour will serve you well.
The skills and qualities we are looking for are:
- Cert IV in Bookkeeping or similar (highly regarded)
- Xero experience—comfortable navigating accounts, payroll, reconciliations, etc
- Employment Hero experience—particularly for HR admin and payroll
- At least 2 years’ experience in bookkeeping, office admin, or office management
- Working knowledge of Australian payroll, superannuation, and ATO reporting requirements
- High attention to detail and comfort working with confidential info
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook)
- Ability to juggle competing priorities and manage your own time effectively
- Confidence to work both autonomously and as part of a team
- Experience supporting a distributed or remote team
- Understanding of the Defence industry or compliance-heavy sectors
- A love of labelling things, colour-coded spreadsheets, or a tidy inbox (we see you 👀)
If you think you might be the dynamite bookkeeping and admin support we need (see what we did there?), go ahead and apply – we look forward to meeting you!
Please address your applications to Celanie Meyer, and include
- A copy of your resume
- Cover letters are optional but highly encouraged
Whilst applications must be made online, enquiries are welcome via email: talent@ascentps.com.au
PS – Unsure whether Ascent is the right fit for you? Here’s what makes the A-Team extra special:
- Prime office location: Situated in Adelaide’s heart of technology and innovation, Lot Fourteen, you couldn’t ask for a more convenient spot. Did we mention it has bottomless coffee facilities as well?
- Opportunities for growth: We hire extraordinary people and provide them with the means and opportunities they need to develop their skills and perfect their craft.
- Close-knit team: Despite being a nationally dispersed team, we are a supportive and collaborative unit that has each other’s backs and celebrates each other’s wins.
- Fostering Innovators: We foster a culture where our people are keen to contribute their ideas – we are all innovators.
- Work/Life Balance: It’s a buzzword, but we mean it. We care that you are meeting expectations, not how many hours you work.
PPS – The fine print – things you should know:
- The role is subject to a 6-month probation period
- The recruitment process will potentially include a short quiz, test or assignment
- You will have to be able to supply at least 2 contactable, relevant references as part of your application
- You will have to be able to work from our fabulous office space in Lot Fourteen, Adelaide
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from our recruitment team in 21 days, your application was not shortlisted
- Due to the classified nature of the work we perform a Defence Security Clearance and eligibility to access International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) controlled equipment and data is mandatory. You must be an Australian Citizen to apply for a Job with Ascent, and be able to comply with ITAR regulations.
