Accountant

As a well established organisation, my client is looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant/Accountant (Accounts Receivable focus) to join their team for a 3 months temporary position and subject to extension. If the candidate has experience with some Payroll tasks - that will be an added bonus. The role is to be based in their Western Sydney office. Onsite parking is provided alongside 1 day work from home - once up to speed and able to work independently.

This is a vital, hands-on role where you will ensure timely and accurate collection of outstanding debts which is the accounts receivable function alongside some other areas of finance when required. Payroll experience will be a bonus as only need to manage some element of the fortnightly payroll (which has been outsourced) which is mainly just crosschecking and ensuring adjustments are correct - this can be taught by the manager.

Reporting to a nurturing Finance Manager; you are responsible for

• Debtors Collections: Proactively managing and following up on outstanding accounts to ensure optimal cash flow.
• Debtors Posting & Payment Reviews: Accurately posting receipts and reviewing debtor accounts.
• Intercompany Allocations & Reporting: Preparing and reporting on intercompany charges and journal entries.
• Month end duties
• Performing integrated group reporting on a monthly and quarterly basis
• Performing accruals and sales rebates
• Payroll has been outsourced so mainly managing payroll for employee adjustments, and checking off - this can be taught
• Support new payroll vendor implementation project alongside with HR
• Assist with managing payroll tax, payroll reports, GL reconciliations, and month-end processes - this can be taught
• Month end duties - accruals, sales rebates, inventory and reporting
• Other ad hoc duties as required

Ideal Profile

This opportunity is for someone who has experience within the payroll and accounts receivable domain. You will also bring:

• Diploma or Bachelors in Accounting & Finance/equivalent qualification or relevant work experience
• Proven experience in a similar role - specifically handling Accounts Receivable function
• Payroll experience will a bonus
• Experience with large ERP systems like Navision, SAP or others
• Excellent communication skills with a confident approach to collections and internal stakeholder management

Benefits

• 3 months temporary role - subject to extension
• Potentially 9th of November 2026 start if possible
• $40 - $55 per hour + Super (based on experience, can go slightly higher)
• Western Sydney location
• Onsite parking provided
• 1 day work from home - once up to speed and able to work independently
• Great team culture and supporting manager

If you have the required skills needed for this position, kindly please click the 'Apply' button below.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the high volume of applications*

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Experience

3 years