Junior Accountant

Moose Toys exists to make kids superhappy. For this revolutionary brand, happiness lies at the heart of everything we do. Known for our trailblazing toy design, development and manufacturing, and strong commitment to the future of our planet, our toys are consistently recognised with global awards and accolades.

At Moose, we are playful with a purpose. Fun is at the heart of everything we do, but we're also very serious about the important stuff: our people, our values, and the planet:

We're officially a Great Place to Work

We're a family.

We dream big.

We love diversity.

We're always learning.

We prioritise well-being.

We give back in a big way.

We're serious about sustainability.

We bring the fun

Please visit our website and LinkedIn Life Page for more information on our amazing people and brands.

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Position Title: Junior Accountant

Role Objectives:
To provide financial, analytical and administrative services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate analysis and reporting of activities and accurate reconciliation of accounts under his or her control.

Direct Reports:
N/A

Reporting to:
Chief Accountant

Work Hours:
Standard office hours:

8:30am - 5:30pm, Monday to Friday, plus reasonable additional hours.

Moose also provides flexible working options.

Key Responsibilities:

• Update LC charges and status to match with bank records
• Prepare vendor and suppliers invoice payments
• Prepare debit/credit notes to customers, suppliers and intercompany
• Prepare accrual and month end journals and reconciliations
• Investigate variances with relevant parties
• Validate and process staff reimbursement
• Assist cash flow management & forecast
• Assist with customer and supplier master data maintenance
• Assist with inventory record management
• Assist with tax preparation and submissions
• Filing and scanning of documents
• Assist in the adoption and implementation process of accounting policies to adhere to the relevant group compliance procedure and regulatory requirement
• Assist in internal and external audit, review and other financial control procedure
• Perform ad hoc task, support special project and system enhancement as assigned

General
- Continuously improve upon relevant internal policies and procedures
- Provide support where necessary to Finance Manager, Customer Service and Warehouse Operations for global entities and functions
- Use of technology and AI to recommend and implement process improvements is highly valued.

Employee Responsibilities
Everyone who works at Moose has a responsibility and duty of care regarding health and safety in the workplace. In particular, you have a responsibility to:
- Take reasonable care for your own health and safety;
- Take reasonable care for the health and safety of persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions in the workplace;
- Co-operate with respect to any action taken by Moose to comply with their legal obligations concerning health and safety in the workplace;
- While at work, an employee must not interfere with any safeguards or protective devices or equipment in the workplace, which are provided for health and safety reasons.

Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Business Studies or equivalent
- 2-3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Credit Control and general accounting experience
- Experience in a similar role within the toy or entertainment industries is preferred, but not essential.
- Strong command of English is essential. Ability to communicate in Chinese is an advantage.

Contacts: Moose employees, customers, suppliers

Capabilities:

Accelerate your Potential
Be your best, foster a growth mindset, build knowledge and new capabilities for success. Be a learning leader by extending your technical expertise and embracing technology. Continually build technical and departmental knowledge and skills to do the job well and apply this expertise accordingly, including but not limited to:
- Working knowledge of basic Bookkeeping and Accounting principles.
- Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate Excel essential).
- Experience with Accounting software (Oracle i.e. JDE preferred).

Keep abreast of merging trends and insights within field of specialty to improve performance and productivity.

Commercial Thinking and Financial Acumen
Demonstrate financial acumen and leverage data to make rational judgments. Source, understand, and utilise departmental or project data for performance improvement. Understand and utilise tools and technology to collect and maintain relevant and accurate functional data.

Planning and organising
Plans ahead and works in a systematic and organised way to complete multiple tasks within agreed deadlines. Sets high standards for quality and quantity.

Collaborate and Influence
Create win-win partnerships with others. Develop and maintain positive relationships through open and transparent communication, a friendly nature, trust, honesty and reliability. Effectively manage stakeholders and demonstrate a desire to collaborate and be a team player.

Deliver Results & Meet Customer Expectations
Take action and be accountable for driving improvements & business results.

Maintain a focus on customer's needs and satisfaction. Consistently set high standards for quality and productivity, and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to produce the best result. Manage time and balance schedule to work in a methodical and orderly way, that does not compromise quality of deliverables.

Achieving Personal work goals and objectives
Delivers results in first-time situations (on time and on budget) or works hard and stays focused on important goals, prioritises efforts accordingly. Uses financial data to understand and improve business results. Organises self, people and resources towards the pursuit of objectives. Creates a culture of discipline by consistently setting high standards - disciplined people, disciplined thought & disciplined action. Has an appetite for excellence.

Core Values: We're a family, who is Outrageously playful, with Wild imagination.
- We're a family
- o We demonstrate kindness as part of the Moose family - treating others the way we want to be treated. We're all about welcoming your wacky, weird, and wonderful self at work

o Moosies pride themselves on taking personal responsibility for their actions and outcomes, always acting ethically, professionally, sustainably and with a smile.

o We know there is no 'I' in TEAM and are committed to hitting team goals way out of the park.

o We've got each other's backs - we support each other with no politics or personal agendas.
- Outrageously playful
- o All Moosies use play to stimulate thinking and innovation - applying learnings across all initiatives.

o We think outside the toy box to keep things super FUN.

o We consistently give 100% to put the punch in our products and services.

o We keep our energy up so there's a great buzz around the place all the time - helping to foster great ideas and ensuring strong productivity.
- Wild imagination
- o We're prepared to share the kooky and the creative in brainstorming sessions, to bring the best Moose to market.

o Moosies put heart and soul into innovating and delivering the best toys ever with the future of our planet and communities in mind.

o We elicit infectious enthusiasm, are non-judgemental, value diversity of thinking and the benefits this brings, and are open to all WOW ideas.

o We keep on trend and across new technologies and sustainable approaches so we can bring this knowledge to the playroom.