Arcadia is seeking an Assistant Accountant with a strong Senior Accounts Payable background, experience in AP automation and process improvement, and the ability to support bi-weekly payroll preparation.
This role is a key member of the Finance team, contributing across financial operations, reporting, systems, and stakeholder support.This position is ideal for someone who enjoys owning the Accounts Payable function, improving how things are done, and expanding their exposure across payroll, reporting, and month-end accounting.
You will work closely with the Finance Manager and act as a subject-matter expert for AP, while also supporting core Assistant Accountant responsibilities.Key ResponsibilitiesSenior Accounts Payable (Ownership, Review & Automation)Own the end-to-end Accounts Payable function, providing senior-level oversight and quality control, and liaising with the offshore accounts payable teamReview and approve invoice coding, approvals, and payment runs to ensure compliance with internal controls and policiesAct as the primary escalation point for AP queries and supplier issuesLead or support the implementation and optimisation of AP automation solutions, including invoice capture, workflow approvals, and system integrationsIdentify and implement opportunities to streamline AP processes through automation and continuous improvementPrepare weekly cash flow and cash control reports, investigating and resolving variancesPayroll (Bi-Weekly Support & Review)Assist with bi-weekly payroll preparation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timelinessReview payroll calculations, timesheets, and payroll reports prior to processingPrepare and post payroll journals, accruals, and month-end adjustmentsSupport payroll reconciliations and respond to payroll-related queriesAssist with maintaining payroll compliance, documentation, and internal controlsPrepare weekly and monthly financial reportsProcess general ledger journals (daily, weekly,



and monthly)Complete monthly bank reconciliationsAssist with end-of-month close processesSupport budget preparation and monitor expenditure against budgetContribute to audit preparation, maintain audit-ready working papers, and respond to management and auditor queriesSystems & Process ImprovementMaintain accurate and reliable data across finance systemsSupport finance system enhancements, documentation, and user trainingPlay an active role in finance system implementations, particularly AP-related solutionsContribute to ad hoc finance projects and process improvement initiativesAbout YouYou are an experienced Accounts Payable professional who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes, and working closely with stakeholders across the business.
You bring a strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and the confidence to manage operational responsibilities while contributing to higher-level reporting and improvement initiatives.
You are comfortable operating in a fast-paced workplace and are eager to broaden your exposure across payroll and accounting.Skills & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related disciplineCPA or CA qualified, or actively working towards accreditation (desirable)Minimum 3+ years' experience in Accounts Payable, Assistant Accountant, or finance operations rolesDemonstrated senior-level Accounts Payable experience, including review and oversight responsibilitiesExperience implementing or optimising an AP automation or invoice workflow system (highly regarded)Exposure to bi-weekly payroll preparation and payroll reviewsStrong experience with general ledger journals, reconciliations, and month-end processesSolid understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and compliance requirementsAdvanced Excel skills and strong finance systems capabilityStrong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholdersThis is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a Senior AP–led role with genuine scope to influence systems and processes, while continuing to build capability across payroll, reporting, and assistant accountant responsibilities.Weekly hours are around 25 hours per week.
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📌 Assistant Accountant – Senior Accounts Payable & Payroll (Perth)
🏢 Arcadia Global
📍 Perth