As a well established organisation, my client is looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant/Accountant (Accounts Receivable focus) to join their team for a 3 months temporary position and subject to extension. If the candidate has experience with some Payroll tasks - that will be an added bonus. The role is to be based in their Western Sydney office. Onsite parking is provided alongside 1 day work from home - once up to speed and able to work independently.
This is a vital, hands-on role where you will ensure timely and accurate collection of outstanding debts which is the accounts receivable function alongside some other areas of finance when required. Payroll experience will be a bonus as only need to manage some element of the fortnightly payroll (which has been outsourced) which is mainly just crosschecking and ensuring adjustments are correct - this can be taught by the manager.
About the Prospect / Responsibilities:
Reporting to a nurturing Finance Manager; you are responsible for
- Debtors Collections: Proactively managing and following up on outstanding accounts to ensure optimal cash flow.
- Debtors Posting & Payment Reviews: Accurately posting receipts and reviewing debtor accounts.
- Intercompany Allocations & Reporting: Preparing and reporting on intercompany charges and journal entries.
- Month end duties
- Performing integrated group reporting on a monthly and quarterly basis
- Performing accruals and sales rebates
- Payroll has been outsourced so mainly managing payroll for employee adjustments, and checking off - this can be taught
- Support new payroll vendor implementation project alongside with HR
- Assist with managing payroll tax, payroll reports, GL reconciliations, and month-end processes - this can be taught
- Month end duties - accruals, sales rebates, inventory and reporting
- Other ad hoc duties as required
Ideal Profile
- Diploma or Bachelors in Accounting & Finance/equivalent qualification or relevant work experience
- Proven experience in a similar role - specifically handling Accounts Receivable function
- Payroll experience will a bonus
- Experience with large ERP systems like Navision, SAP or others
- Excellent communication skills with a confident approach to collections and internal stakeholder management
- 3 months temporary role - subject to extension
- Potentially 9th of November 2026 start if possible
- $40 - $55 per hour + Super (based on experience, can go slightly higher)
- Western Sydney location
- Onsite parking provided
- 1 day work from home - once up to speed and able to work independently
- Great team culture and supporting manager
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the high volume of applications
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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📌 Accountant (Sydney)
🏢 Randstad
📍 Sydney
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