At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial transactions and support daily operations in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Company: Join APR Engineering, an Australian-owned leader in precision machining and manufacturing.
- Benefits: Permanent role, modern workshop, overtime opportunities, and career development.
- Other info: Full-time hours with a focus on work-life balance.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team that values quality and teamwork across diverse industries.
- Qualifications: 1 year of accounting experience, strong Xero skills, and excellent attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 $ per year.
Join APR Engineering and become part of a team that values precision and quality. We're looking for an experienced Accountant to join our growing team.
At APR Engineering, we're more than a machine shop.
We're an Australian-owned engineering and manufacturing company delivering precision machining, fabrication, and engineered solutions to some of Australia's most demanding industries, including Mining, Defence, Rail, Energy, Transport, and General Manufacturing.
Since 1995, we've built our reputation on quality, reliability, and engineering excellence, supported by ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified management systems.
Why Join APR Engineering?
- Permanent, long-term opportunity with an established Australian engineering company
- Modern workshop equipped with advanced CNC machinery
- Diverse and challenging work across multiple industries
- Supportive team environment where quality and teamwork come first
- Overtime opportunities and ongoing career development
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team and support our daily financial and administrative operations.
Your primary responsibility will be to ensure all financial transactions are processed accurately and efficiently while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll using Xero.
- Verify, code and process supplier invoices.
- Coordinate, approve and manage invoicing.
- Schedule supplier payments accurately and on time.
- Process payroll and maintain employee payroll records.
- Manage superannuation reporting and payments.
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
- Provide general administrative support across the business.
- Prepare correspondence, reports and other business documents.
- Manage reception duties, incoming emails and accounts-related phone calls.
- Maintain and update company databases.
- Help maintain a professional, organised office environment.
This is a full-time position, working
- Monday to Thursday: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
About You
You will ideally have
- At least 1 year of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
- Strong experience using Xero.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- The ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Individual applicants only — no recruitment agencies.
Accountant employer: APR Engineering
APR Engineering is an exceptional employer that values precision and safety, offering a dynamic work culture where innovation thrives. Located in Australia, employees benefit from competitive overtime opportunities and a clear path for professional growth within the precision engineering sector, making it an ideal place for skilled CNC Machinists to advance their careers while contributing to critical industries such as mining and defence.
