At Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park, we're proud to welcome more than half a million people through our gates each year, and we're not slowing down. With the rollout of our 20-Year Master Plan and several exciting projects on the horizon, we're thrilled to be expanding and evolving our workforce to position us for continued growth into the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE...

We seek an experienced, enthusiastic, and detail-focused Assistant Accountant to join the Finance team in a full-time capacity based at Adelaide Zoo for a 12-month contract (ending 30th June 2026).

You will report directly to the Manager of Finance and Administration and assist and support the accounting services for ZOOSSA. You will work in a busy team, focusing on (however not limited to) - 

• Assisting the Senior Accountant with processing journals and other accounting support,
• Complete daily processes, other income recognition and reconciliations,
• Assist with completing balance sheet reconciliations regularly,
• Assist Account Receivable processes (carried out by the Finance Officer)
• Provide administration and project support as required

ABOUT YOU...

Our successful candidate will have a can-do, proactive attitude with a positive approach to challenges. You will also be able to solve problems and work well under pressure.  The successful candidate will have/be – 

• Previous experience in a similar role;
• Qualifications in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration;
• Excellent communication and customer service skills;
• The ability to organise time effectively and prioritise workload;
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word;
• Be accountable for your work and demonstrate high levels of attention to detail;
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively both autonomously and in a team environment;
• Strong analytical skills.

HOW TO APPLY...

Please complete the work history and education information you requested on the application page at www.zoossa.com.au/careers. You are also welcome to include certificates in the education section, which will help us assess your suitability for this role.

Zoos SA is passionately committed to equal employment opportunity. We believe diversity, inclusion and reconciliation are fundamental to our rich organisational culture and values, and we demonstrate this commitment through all our employment practices so that our people continue to reflect the local communities in which we work. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments, please get in touch with Genesse via 08 8230 1211 and [email protected]

You can visit the Careers section of the Zoos SA website to apply.

APPLY NOW!!

No recruitment agencies, please!