Full Job Description
We are currently seeking an experienced Accounts Officer to join a growing and innovative organisation on a 6-month contract. This opportunity offers a broad transactional finance role within a collaborative team environment, with exposure across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, reconciliations and month-end support activities.
Based in Melbourne's inner suburbs, this role offers hybrid working flexibility and an immediate start.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Finance team, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day finance function, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and efficiently while contributing to process improvements and business operations. This role will suit an experienced Accounts Officer who enjoys variety, can work autonomously, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- High-volume invoice processing
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Daily receipting and allocation of customer payments
- Bank and credit card reconciliations
- Supplier statement reconciliations
- Expense claim processing and receipt management
- Debtor follow-up and aged receivables maintenance
- Month-end support activities
- Documenting finance processes and procedures
- Supporting audit preparation and maintaining accurate records
About You
- Previous experience as an Accounts Officer or similar position
- Strong Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable experience
- Experience processing high volumes of invoices and transactions
- Strong bank reconciliation experience
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Process-driven with excellent organisational skills
- Comfortable working autonomously within a small team
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Experience using Xero or similar accounting systems highly regarded
- Available immediately or on short notice
What's on Offer
- 6-month contract opportunity
- Immediate start available
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Broad Accounts Officer role across AP, AR and reconciliations
- Supportive and collaborative finance team
- Opportunity to contribute to process improvements
- Exposure to a growing and innovative organisation
- Potential opportunity for extension
If you're an experienced Accounts Officer looking for a varied contract opportunity with flexibility and autonomy, we'd love to hear from you.
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Accounts Officer in Melbourne employer: Sharp & Carter Accounting Clerical
As a leading Australian business based in Richmond, our client offers an exceptional work environment characterised by a collaborative culture and a commitment to continuous improvement. Employees benefit from significant investment in finance transformation initiatives, ample opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic team. With a focus on operational excellence, this role provides a unique opportunity to influence strategic direction while developing your leadership skills in a supportive setting.
Contact Details:
Sharp & Carter Accounting Clerical Recruitment Team
