Our client is a privately owned construction group with a strong reputation, a loyal team and a clearly defined vision and set of values. They’re looking for an Accounts & Payroll Manager who brings a high standard of work and will genuinely embrace their culture.

About the role This is a key leadership position responsible for the operations, compliance, taxation and reporting of the accounts payable and payroll function. You’ll report to the Commercial Manager and work closely with the directors and operational leaders.

What you’ll be doing

Leading and mentoring the accounts and payroll team, and working with the external accountant

Overseeing daily banking, cash flow and funding requirements, and authorising payments

Reviewing and approving accounts payable transactions

Reviewing and validating payroll across multiple Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements, including leave management and superannuation approvals in MYOB

Preparing and lodging BAS, IAS, PAYG withholding and Queensland payroll tax

Managing month-end and year-end reporting and reconciliations

Overseeing WorkCover claims management and reporting

Lodging apprentice and training rebates

Monitoring and analysing Schedules of Rates

Preparing monthly management reports, budgets,



forecasts and cash flow projections, and providing financial insights to management

Driving continuous improvement across processes and systems

About you

Demonstrated payroll, accounting or bookkeeping experience

Proven experience leading payroll and/or finance staff

Strong working knowledge of MYOB

Solid understanding of Australian payroll legislation, Fair Work and the NES, Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements, superannuation guarantee, PAYG withholding, payroll tax and employment law compliance

Confident with BAS, GST, IAS, reconciliations and financial reporting

Experience in construction, trades or project-based businesses is beneficial but not essential

Highly organised, accurate and hands-on, with excellent communication skills and a proactive, high-standards mindset

What’s on offer

$130,000–$140,000, negotiable based on experience

A stable, supportive business where your leadership will be valued

Direct access to the directors and a genuine say in how the function runs

A structured handover so you can hit the ground running

Permanent full time role in a thriving industry

Free onsite parking

Please note this role is fully office-based

📌 Accounts & Payroll Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Sharp & Carter
📍 Brisbane