An opportunity has opened up to join a highly regarded, design-led architecture practice in Melbourne's inner south. Known for its distinctive architectural approach and portfolio of award-winning projects, this established studio is seeking an experienced Office & Accounts Manager to oversee the financial administration and day-to-day operations of the practice. Working closely with the Directors and external advisers, this is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone with strong financial administration skills who enjoys being involved in the broader operations of a creative business. This is a part-time position, working 4 days per week (30–32 hours), with some potential to work from home.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee day-to-day office operations, administration and business systems
- Manage accounts payable and receivable, invoicing and financial records
- Prepare and maintain cashflow forecasts, financial reports and monitor financial commitments
- Coordinate payroll administration and liaise with external accountants and bookkeepers
- Support project fee management, invoicing, variations and time-based reporting
- Manage insurance, compliance requirements and general practice administration
- Assist with HR administration, employee records and workplace policies
- Act as a central point of contact between Directors, staff, clients, consultants and external suppliers Skills & Experience
- Minimum 3 years' experience in office management, finance or practice administration
- Previous experience within architecture, interior design or a professional services environment highly regarded
- Strong financial administration skills, including accounts payable and receivable,



payroll and cashflow forecasting
- Experience with project-based financial reporting and fee management desirable
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MYOB
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Confident communicator, comfortable working closely with Directors and external advisers
- Proactive, self-motivated and capable of working independently Advantages & Culture
- Join a highly regarded architecture practice with an impressive portfolio of projects
- Work closely with experienced Directors in a small, creative studio environment
- Varied position offering exposure to both finance and broader practice operations
- Part-time arrangement of 4 days per week, with some work-from-home flexibility REFERENCE AM 74511 If the above position appeals to you then please submit your CV to [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) and we'll be in touch. (no more than 10mb PDF attachment) Bespoke Careers is a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to connecting jobseekers with employers in architecture and design. Set up by trained architects and designers with experience in practice
- we really do understand our industry and care about the people who work within it. Established for over 10 years, we recruit for high-profile practices locally and internationally and have offices in London, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, New York, Los Angeles, Dallas and Austin. Bespoke Careers is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying to this role you agree to our Privacy Policy at bespokecareers.com 'Refer a Friend' and be rewarded with a $400 gift voucher *

📌 Office and Accounts Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Bespoke Careers - Melbourne
📍 Melbourne