Accounts Payable / Receivable Officer

Accounts Payable / Receivable Officer | 3 months | $36-38 p/h + super

• $36-38 p/h + super
• 3 months (likely extension)
• Mosman / Hybrid

About the Role

Seeking an Accounts Officer with a strong background in finance operations, including experience in reconciliation of high-volume transactions, statutory payments, and discrepancy resolution. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in accounting or finance, experience with accounting systems, and a commitment to maintaining industry-leading standards in customer service and sustainability.

Key Accountabilities Include:

• Complete accurate and timely reporting of monthly, quarterly, and yearly accounting reports.
• Prepare weekly aged creditor report with commentary on overdue invoices.
• Process international supplier invoices and payments.
• Responsible for processing statutory payments to Australian Taxation Office, Revenue NSW, Superannuation, and Employee deductions.
• Ensure all discrepancies related to Accounts Payable are investigated and reported immediately to the Accountant and Finance Manager.
• Ensure all Accounts Payable ledgers and related clearing accounts are reconciled in a timely manner for month-end and year-end reporting.
• Reconcile high-volume bank transactions and other general ledgers accurately and within agreed timeframes.
• Assist in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as required.
• Manage and maintain accurate financial records for all transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify potential issues and suggest corrective measures.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency.

Key Challenges:

• Ensuring client enquiries are dealt with in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensuring that all processes are completed in a timely manner.
• Adapting to changes in processes and tasks.
• Ensuring deadlines for month-end and year-end are achieved.
• Providing a high level of customer service, both internally and externally.
• Balancing multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
• Ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in all financial operations.
• Ensuring that all accounting processes for month-end and year-end are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensuring all finance discrepancies are resolved in an accurate and timely manner.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualification in accounting or finance discipline or equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Knowledge of Public Sector Finance and Payable requirements.
• Experience in using accounting systems.
• Obtain and maintain a current volunteer NSW Working with Children Check.
• Degree qualifications.
• Working towards CPA (nice to have).

Benefits of Contracting through Ashdown People:

• 5th largest supplier to the NSW Government
• Get paid weekly
• Rated 4.9/5 on Google Reviews with over 1200 5-star reviews for candidate feedback this year
• Offer Insurances for ABN Contractors
• Consistent communication & transparency
• Detailed onboarding & support