Driven to win premierships, the Sydney Swans aspire to be consistently recognised as one of the best and most professional Clubs in the AFL competition – on and off the field. Integral to the achievement of this goal are our people, as individuals and collectively as a team.
When choosing a career with the Sydney Swans you will join a values-based organisation with a dedicated, proud and committed team comprising a fierce desire for ultimate success.
You will work in a dynamic environment, receive ongoing professional development opportunities and be rewarded for your efforts. Most of all you will be part of something of which you can be truly proud.
Current employment opportunities
Sydney Swans
Assistant Accountant (12 Month Maternity Leave Contract)
INTRODUCTION:
The Sydney Swans aspire to be consistently recognised as one of the best and most professional Clubs in the AFL competition – on and off the field. Integral to the achievement of this goal are our people, as individuals and collectively as a team.
When choosing a career with the Sydney Swans you will join a values based organisation with a dedicated, proud and committed team comprising a fierce desire for ultimate success.
You will work in a dynamic environment, receive ongoing professional development opportunities and be rewarded for your efforts. Most of all you will be a part of something of which you can be truly proud.
POSITION DETAILS:
The Sydney Swans are currently accepting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals in the position of Assistant Accountant for a 12 month maternity leave contract.
Reporting to the Finance Manager in the Club’s Finance Department, this position will have prime responsibility for supporting the Finance Manager in the preparation and maintenance of the financial books and records of the Sydney Swans group of entities including SAFF. Reconciliations form a major part of this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Reconcile all Sydney Swans Limited bank accounts.
• Reconcile BAS.
• Maintain the Club’s fixed assets register.
• Reconcile match day expenses.
• Maintain accurate reports on Club contra deal usage.
• Reconcile team travel expenses.
• Reconcile Club corporate accounts.
• Reconcile the Club’s telecommunications accounts.
• Ad-hoc projects for the Chief Financial Officer.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Minimum 2 years accounting/accounts assisting/bookkeeping experience.
• Proven reconciliation experience.
• Financially literate.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work in and around deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
• Experience working with Databases.
• Experience working with Asset software.
THE RIGHT PERSON WILL BE:
• Self motivated.
• Independent with an ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexible – posses an ability to multitask.
REMUNERATION:
The remuneration package is structured to attract high quality candidates.
APPLICATIONS:
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia.
Please submit a 1 page letter of introduction and resume to:
Via Mail:
Adam Bowen
Human Resource Manager
Sydney Swans Limited
PO Box 173,
Paddington, NSW, 2021
Via Email:
hr@sydneyswans.com.au
Applications close on Wednesday 24 March 2010.
No Agencies Please.
Sydney Swans Limited is an equal opportunity employer.
FURTHER ENQUIRIES:
Further enquiries should be directed to Adam Bowen (Human Resource Manager) on (02) 9339 9123.
Recruitment and selection at the Sydney Swans
Application process:
The application process for employment opportunities at the Sydney Swans is detailed in the specific job advertisement. The job advertisement will be listed on this website in addition to other advertising forums that are viewed relevant for the specific position. Please follow the instructions detailed in the job advertisement when applying for a position.
The job advertisement will confirm that the Sydney Swans prefer applications for advertised positions to be submitted by email to hr@sydneyswans.com.au.
The Sydney Swans will confirm that your application has been received by return email within one business day of it being received.
Please note that in order to be employed at the Sydney Swans applicants must be Australian Citizens or have permanent residency status awaiting the granting of Australian Citizenship.
The Sydney Swans are an equal opportunity employer.
Selection process:
The Sydney Swans utilise a variety of selection activities which are implemented relevant to the position.
These selection activities include but are not limited to:
• application;
• interviews;
• psychometric assessment;
• reference checks;
• qualification checks;
• criminal record checks.
Application outcome:
The successful applicant will receive a verbal offer of employment before receiving a formal employment package from the Sydney Swans.
The Sydney Swans will respond to all unsuccessful applicants of a position at the conclusion of the recruitment and selection process advising them of the outcome of their application.
Please respect that many advertised positions receive a large response. The Sydney Swans take the time to carefully consider each application received. This process can and does take a considerable amount of time.
Please contact the Sydney Swans Human Resource Department if you have not received a response two weeks after the application process has closed via email at hr@sydneyswans.com.au.
Recruitment agencies
Please note that the Sydney Swans will not accept applications from recruitment agencies unless that recruitment agency has been engaged by the Sydney Swans to assist in the recruitment and selection process of a specific employment opportunity.
Further information
For further information relating to employment opportunities at the Sydney Swans, please email the Human Resource Department at hr@sydneyswans.com.au.
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