At Mayday Recruitment Group, we're passionate about connecting great people with great opportunities. For almost 10 years, we've built a reputation for delivering exceptional recruitment solutions while creating a workplace where our people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
We're looking for a Finance & Payroll Assistant to join our Sydney team. This role is primarily finance focused, with the opportunity to develop your payroll knowledge and provide backup support when required. Whether you're looking for a full-time or part-time opportunity, we're focused on finding the right person to join our team.
The opportunity
Working closely with our Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business while helping ensure our payroll processes continue to run smoothly.
Your responsibilities
Finance
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
Allocate customer payments and reconcile debtor accounts.
Reconcile supplier statements and assist with payment runs.
Complete bank reconciliations.
Assist with month-end reporting and finance processes.
Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
Support the Finance Manager with reporting, analysis and ad hoc projects.
Payroll support
Assist with payroll administration and record maintenance.
Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation.
Respond to payroll enquiries or escalat where appropriate.
Develop knowledge of payroll processes to provide backup support during leave and peak periods.
Assist with payroll reconciliations and compliance activities.
Administration
Maintain confidential employee and financial information.
Prepare employment and payroll documentation.
Support process improvements and system updates.
Provide administrative support across the Finance and Payroll functions.
About you
You'll bring
Previous experience in finance, accounts or administration.
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.




Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
A willingness to learn payroll processes and legislation.
Desirable
Experience in recruitment, labour hire or professional services.
Exposure to Xero, Astute or similar systems.
An understanding of Fair Work legislation and payroll compliance.
Why join Mayday?
Our people enjoy
Flexible employment options with full-time and part-time opportunities available.
A supportive, collaborative and down-to-earth team.
Ongoing learning and development.
Exposure to both finance and payroll to broaden your skillset.
Wellbeing initiatives, team celebrations and social events.
A modern Sydney office and a business that genuinely values its people.
Join the Mayday team
At Mayday Recruitment Group, we're passionate about connecting great people with great opportunities. For almost 10 years, we've built a reputation for delivering exceptional recruitment solutions while creating a workplace where our people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
We're looking for a Finance & Payroll Assistant to join our Sydney team. This role is primarily finance focused, with the opportunity to develop your payroll knowledge and provide backup support when required. Whether you're looking for a full time or part-time opportunity, we're focused on finding the right person to join our team.
The opportunity
Working closely with our Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business while helping ensure our payroll processes continue to run smoothly.
Your responsibilities
Finance




Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
Allocate customer payments and reconcile debtor accounts.
Reconcile supplier statements and assist with payment runs.
Complete bank reconciliations.
Assist with month-end reporting and finance processes.
Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
Support the Finance Manager with reporting, analysis and ad hoc projects.
Payroll support
Assist with payroll administration and record maintenance.
Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation.
Respond to payroll enquiries or escalat where appropriate.
Develop knowledge of payroll processes to provide backup support during leave and peak periods.
Assist with payroll reconciliations and compliance activities.
Administration
Maintain confidential employee and financial information.
Prepare employment and payroll documentation.
Support process improvements and system updates.
Provide administrative support across the Finance and Payroll functions.
About you
You'll bring
Previous experience in finance, accounts or administration.
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
A willingness to learn payroll processes and legislation.
Desirable
Experience in recruitment, labour hire or professional services.
Exposure to Xero, Astute or similar systems.
An understanding of Fair Work legislation and payroll compliance.
Why join Mayday?
Our people enjoy
Flexible employment options with full-time and part-time opportunities available.
A supportive, collaborative and down-to-earth team.
Ongoing learning and development.
Exposure to both finance and payroll to broaden your skillset.
Wellbeing initiatives, team celebrations and social events.
A modern Sydney office and a business that genuinely values its people.
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📌 Finance & Payroll Assistant (New South Wales)
🏢 Mayday Recruitment Group
📍 New South Wales