AMS client is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their Melbourne team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting finance, payroll, and business operations while contributing to the continued success and growth of the organisation.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this is a hands-on position offering a broad range of responsibilities across accounting, payroll, invoicing, accounts payable and receivable, trust accounting support, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and taking ownership of end-to-end financial processes.
As the Accountant, you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and the timely delivery of payroll, invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general financial administration activities.
Responsibilities
- Managing the accounts payable function, including invoice processing, reconciliations, credit cards, expenses, and EFT payments.
- Coordinating and processing end-to-end payroll, including superannuation, payroll tax, leave management, and compliance obligations.
- Managing invoicing processes, billing calculations, and client fee structures.
- Monitoring accounts receivable and following up outstanding payments.
- Assisting with month-end and year-end financial reporting and reconciliations.
- Supporting trust accounting activities and financial audits as required.
- Responding to finance-related queries from internal and external stakeholders.
- Assisting the CFO with ad hoc finance projects and business initiatives.
What Will Help You Succeed in This Role
- Degree qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Experience in a similar accounting and payroll position.
- Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes.
- Knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, superannuation, payroll tax, GST, and employment obligations.
- Experience using Xero and Employment Hero.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Robust communication and stakeholder management skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Experience within insurance, financial services, claims management, legal, or professional services environments will be highly regarded.
What We Offer
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements with technology provided.
- Two volunteer leave days per year to support community initiatives.
- Birthday leave.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
If you are looking for a broad and varied accounting role where you can make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.
📌 Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 AMS
📍 Melbourne