Senior Finance Administrator - Part Time - $85K Pro Rata

Montgomery Advisory is a leading legal recruitment firm. We are all about value-add and transparency and always go the extra mile. 
  
We are currently seeking an experienced Finance Administrator to join our passionate Sydney-based team.    
  
The Job
  
Reporting to the Operations Manager and with direct access to the company Directors you will be responsible for general accounts, bookkeeping and reporting including:

• End-to-end ownership of monthly bookkeeping and reporting;
• Processing fortnightly temp payroll;
• Fielding timesheet-related enquiries from temps and clients;
• Processing monthly internal staff payroll;
• Calculating and processing staff commissions;
• Superannuation payments;
• Weekly invoicing and accounts receivable for two business streams;
• Setting up new Xero clients and converting data files into Xero format;
• Bank reconciliations;
• Monthly expense reimbursements and Ensuring compliance with company expense policy and procedures;
• Preparing and lodging quarterly BAS and IAS Statements;
• General ledger;
• Paying creditors and responding to creditor queries;
• Managing debtors for two business streams; and
• Other general finance and administrative tasks as required such as accurately accounting for costs to different business streams.

  
… and contributing to the office banter.
  
This is a newly created position and you will be instrumental in developing and shaping the role to really make it your own.  There is a long term career path on offer.
  
You:
  
You will be procedurally driven, organised, and expert-level in Xero and Excel.  You will have excellent communication skills, and be well-spoken and approachable.  You will have a professional approach to your work and be responsible and accountable for everything you do. 
  
Additionally, you will possess

• a forward-thinking approach to identifying areas for improvement, efficiency, and streamlining processes;
• at least 3 years experience in a similar bookkeeping, payroll, or accounts position, ideally in recruitment or another sales-based organisation where you have dealt with staff commissions;
• experience and solid knowledge of payroll processes and calculations (a mix of payment terms and contract types);
• great time management, organisational and planning skills to meet deadlines;
• Strong attention to detail; and
• Has a great sense of humour and is fun to have around!

While formal qualifications are not necessary, a Cert IV in bookkeeping/accounting or the like would be helpful.  This role would be perfect for a return-to-work parent or someone who needs flexibility but is still very much career-focused.
  
Us:
  
We are a quirky bunch who are down to earth and operate in a collaborative, value-driven environment where team players can thrive.  
 
At Montgomery, we offer some fantastic benefits including:

• a great remuneration package and benefits programs;
• a team culture that supports your health and well-being with a focus on work/life balance;
• flexibility over the hours that you work (combined with some mandatory days working from the office);
• monthly & quarterly team events - and a super fun Xmas party;
• Direct access to managers and minimal red tape;
• The opportunity to develop the role and make it your own;
• Focus on community and giving back through - supporting charities like RSPCA, The Transgender Legal Service, Clean up Australia, OzHarvest, Thread Together, and the Women and Girls Emergency Care Centre; and
• A sustainable business that is 100% carbon-neutral 

Learn more about us on our website and company LinkedIn page!
  
To apply, click the button below or send your resume to me at ********@montgomeryadvisory.com.au with a brief cover letter letting me know what you like about this role and why you think you’d be great at it! 

To take your application one step further, register your details via the ‘Register Now’ button on our website to be added directly onto our database. Visit https://www.montgomeryadvisory.com.au.
 
We are committed to fostering a truly inclusive process for all candidates who wish to apply. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact *****@montgomeryadvisory.com.au.