Job Description
Arcadia is seeking an Assistant Accountant with a solid 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.
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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.
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Key Responsibilities
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Senior Accounts Payable (Ownership, Review & Automation)
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Own the end-to-end Accounts Payable function, providing senior-level oversight and quality control, and liaising with the offshore accounts payable team
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Review and approve invoice coding, approvals, and payment runs to ensure compliance with internal controls and policies
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Act as the primary escalation point for AP queries and supplier issues
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Lead or support the implementation and optimisation of AP automation solutions, including invoice capture, workflow approvals, and system integrations
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Identify and implement opportunities to streamline AP processes through automation and continuous improvement
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Prepare weekly cash flow and cash control reports, investigating and resolving variances
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Payroll (Bi-Weekly Support & Review)
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Assist with bi-weekly payroll preparation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
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Review payroll calculations, timesheets, and payroll reports prior to processing
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Prepare and post payroll journals, accruals, and month-end adjustments
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Support payroll reconciliations and respond to payroll-related queries
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Assist with maintaining payroll compliance, documentation, and internal controls
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Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports
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Process general ledger journals (daily, weekly, and monthly)
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Complete monthly bank reconciliations
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Assist with end-of-month close processes
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Support budget preparation and monitor expenditure against budget
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Contribute to audit preparation, maintain audit-ready working papers, and respond to management and auditor queries
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Systems & Process Improvement
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Maintain accurate and reliable data across finance systems
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Support finance system enhancements, documentation, and user training
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Play an active role in finance system implementations, particularly AP-related solutions
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Contribute to ad hoc finance projects and process improvement initiatives
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About You
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You 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 environment and are eager to broaden your exposure across payroll and accounting.
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Skills & Experience
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
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CPA or CA qualified, or actively working towards accreditation (desirable)
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Minimum 3+ years' experience in Accounts Payable, Assistant Accountant, or finance operations roles
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Demonstrated senior-level Accounts Payable experience, including review and oversight responsibilities
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Experience implementing or optimising an AP automation or invoice workflow system (highly regarded)
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Exposure to bi-weekly payroll preparation and payroll reviews
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Strong experience with general ledger journals, reconciliations, and month-end processes
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Solid understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and compliance requirements
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Advanced Excel skills and strong finance systems capability
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Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
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This 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.
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Weekly hours are around 25 hours per week.
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📌 Assistant Accountant - Senior Accounts Payable & Payroll (Perth)
🏢 Arcadia Global
📍 Perth