Accounts Payable & Receivable Officer

About Us

Western Plains Pork is a leading free-range pig farming business located near Ballarat, Victoria. For over 20 years, we’ve produced premium, high-welfare pork for customers around Australia. Our reputation is built on consistency, animal care, and doing things properly.

We operate a large-scale outdoor piggery with a strong focus on production, quality, and continuous improvement. Our team is hands-on, practical, and values-driven – and we’re now looking for someone to help us stay on top of the admin that keeps things running.

Full Summary

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable & Receivable Officer to join our team on a part-time basis (3-4 days per week) to provide maternity leave cover for approximately 9–12 months.

This role is ideal for an organised and proactive finance professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering accurate and timely financial administration.

 About the Role

Reporting to the CEO you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring suppliers are paid on time, customer accounts are maintained accurately, and financial records are up to date.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing supplier invoices and payments.

• Raising and issuing customer invoices.

• Managing debtor collections and customer account enquiries.

• Reconciling supplier statements and customer accounts.

• Processing and allocating customer payments.

• Performing bank reconciliations.

• Assisting with month-end financial processes.

• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.

• Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders.

• Providing general administrative support to the Finance team.

 About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable position.

• Demonstrated experience using Xero accounting software, including processing invoices, allocating payments, reconciliations and maintaining creditor and debtor accounts.

• A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting and filtering data, reconciliations and working with financial spreadsheets.

• Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

• Professional communication and interpersonal skills.

• A positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a supportive team environment.

 What We Offer

• Part-time role (3-4 days per week).

• Fixed-term maternity leave contract (9–12 months).

• Supportive and friendly workplace.

• Opportunity to work within a progressive Australian agribusiness.

• Comprehensive handover and training to ensure a smooth transition.

• Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience.

 Apply Now

If you're an experienced finance professional looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity where your attention to detail and financial expertise will make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

 Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.