At a Glance
- Tasks: Process invoices, manage accounts, and support payroll in a dynamic finance role.
- Company: Join Colterlec, a proud Aussie distributor with over 30 years of experience.
- Benefits: Stable career growth, supportive team, and convenient Newcastle location with onsite parking.
- Other info: Gain exposure to diverse business operations and enhance your finance skills.
- Why this job: Make an impact in finance while working with experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in finance roles, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Colterlec is a proudly Australian-owned and operated distributor of high-quality engineered electrical product solutions, with over 30 years of industry experience and operations across Australia and New Zealand.
Our team supplies industry-leading global brands and delivers tailored solutions from product supply through to design, build, service, and maintenance.
Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to build a long-term career within a growing organisation.
About the Role
This is a hands-on finance position responsible for the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable and receivable transactions, account reconciliations, payroll checking support, and responding to internal and external accounts enquiries.
You'll play a key role in maintaining financial integrity and supporting the day-to-day operations of our finance function.
Key Responsibilities
- Process supplier invoices, payments, statement reconciliations, and creditor enquiries
- Raise customer invoices, process credits, allocate remittances, and issue statements
- Follow up outstanding customer balances in accordance with company credit policies
- Reconcile bank accounts and investigate variances
- Reconcile company credit cards, fleet cards, and travel expenses
- Assist with payroll checking to ensure accuracy of hours, leave, allowances, and deductions
- Maintain supplier and customer records, including verification of supplier bank details
- Manage the accounts inbox and accounts-related telephone enquiries
- Support month-end processes and maintain accurate financial records in Net Suite
- Provide administrative support to the Finance Team and assist with continuous improvement initiatives
About You
• To be successful in this role you will have
- Minimum 2 years' experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Finance Administration, or a similar role
- Experience performing reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
- Exposure to payroll checking or payroll support activities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Experience using an ERP or accounting system
- Certificate IV or Diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Business
- Experience with Net Suite
- Experience in wholesale, distribution, warehousing, manufacturing, or electrical industries
- Exposure to fleet card, travel, and expense reconciliation processes
Why Join Colterlec?
- Stable, growing organisation with over 30 years of success
- National and New Zealand operations providing career growth opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Convenient Newcastle Head Office location with onsite parking
- Opportunity to broaden your finance and administration skills across multiple functions
- Work closely with experienced finance professionals and gain exposure to a diverse range of business operations
Applications will be reviewed as received, so don't delay in applying.
If you're a proactive finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in accuracy and customer service, we'd love to hear from you.
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Accounts Payable Coordinator in Newcastle employer: Colterlec Pty Ltd
Colterlec Pty Ltd offers a dynamic work environment with flexible arrangements, allowing employees to thrive in various locations. The company is committed to professional growth, providing opportunities for exposure to the full deal lifecycle in M&A roles and fostering collaboration across departments. With over 30 years of experience in the electrical products industry, Colterlec values innovation and quality in its operations.
