Accounts/Payroll Officer

Your diverse AP and Payroll experience is required for this long-standing, successful business. Your new company Our client is a privately owned company located in Southport, looking for an Accounts Payable/Payroll officer to join the head office team. As a group, they have 200 + employees with 20 of those operating from this location. The company has been operating for more than 15 years and is well respected in the education and childcare industries. Your new role The role of the Accounts Payable/Payroll Officer, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible for the Accounts Payable and Payroll function for the business. You will be an essential part of a dedicated finance team, working to ensure a great experience for internal and external stakeholders. This is a fast-paced team environment, and you will thrive working in a busy, challenging role. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this role, you will have proven experience operating as an Accounts Payable/Payroll officer within a fast-paced, busy team. You will need to have excellent relationship-building skills, be motivated, and great technical ability in the Accounts and Payroll functions. Additionally, you will have the ability to problem-solve, meet tight deadlines, work independently or as part of a team and demonstrate advanced skills in accounting software. Key skills will include:
MYOB/Xero/Finance Software experience
Experience with understanding and completing
Credit card reconciliations and Bank Reconciliations
Extensive experience in end to end payroll processing
Understanding of Modern Awards to ensure compliance
Experience data entry, processing and reconciliation of Accounts Payable
Proficient skills working with Excel, Word and Outlook
The ability to adapt and work within a paperless/technology-driven environment
More than 3 years' experience in a similar position
Current or ability to obtain a blue card
What you'll get in return This is a rare opportunity to be part of a reputable Gold Coast organisation with a driven, hard-working team. Located on the Gold Coast, in a permanent full-time position. You will be working within a great company culture, working hours between Monday and Friday, a competitive salary package, staff uniform, and access to discounted childcare. If you enjoy a diverse workload and love a challenge, don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet all the mentioned criteria above, please click 'apply now' or to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume to ************@hays.com.au or call Moanna Yates, Business Manager at Hays Accountancy and Finance on 0404 305 ***. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position or interested in temporary assignments, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career. Please click here to apply.