Accounts Officer

Our company is a bespoke national executive and management consulting firm whose primary focus is the enablement of sustainability in aged care providers across Residential, Home Care, NDIS, and Retirement Living.

We are looking for a (Part Time) Accounts Officer to support the effective day-to-day management of the organisation’s accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking and reconciliation activities.

The role requires a reliable and organised person who can work independently, maintain accurate financial records and respond promptly to accounts-related enquiries.

Key Responsibilities:

● Complete daily bank and credit card reconciliations.

● Support the accounts payable function, including the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments.

● Support the accounts receivable function, including issuing invoices, allocating receipts and following up outstanding accounts where required.

● Independently manage the accounts inbox and respond to accounts-related enquiries within 24 hours.

● Escalate significant, unusual or unresolved matters to the Business Operations Manager.

● Maintain accurate accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash and general ledger records.

● Manage supplier and vendor portals.

● Assist with month-end account reconciliations and other finance administration activities.

● Prepare ad hoc financial reports and information as required.

● Undertake other reasonable duties assigned by the Business Operations Manager that support the effective operation of the finance function.

Key Requirements:

● At least two years’ experience working in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping or a similar accounting role.

● Experience using accounting software, preferably Xero.

● Strong numerical, reconciliation and data-entry skills.

● A sound understanding of accounting transactions and how they should be recorded.

● Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

● High levels of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.

● Good problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to investigate and resolve account discrepancies.

● Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

● Clear and professional communication skills when dealing with colleagues, clients, suppliers and other stakeholders.

● Ability to work independently while contributing positively as part of a team and ensuring that the deadlines are matched for processes, as agreed.

● Comfortable communicating with multiple stakeholders and can be a good team leader in areas being responsible for.