We are an established and growing business operating in the crane hire and construction industry, seeking a highly experienced and capable Senior Accounts Officer to join our finance team. This is a hands‐on position requiring strong experience across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, monthly progress claims and variation management, with additional involvement in payroll support when required. Working within the finance team under the leadership of the Chief Financial Officer, the successful candidate will be accountable to the CFO, General Manager and CEO, providing accurate financial information, regular updates and timely support across the business. You will take ownership of key day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely collections, supplier payments and the effective management of monthly claims and outstanding variations.
Key responsibilities
Manage and maintain the aged receivables ledger, ensuring outstanding balances are actively monitored and followed up
Take ownership of debt collection through regular customer contact by phone and email
Investigate and resolve invoice disputes, payment discrepancies and outstanding account queries
Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices, including reviewing supporting timesheets, dockets and relevant documentation
Reconcile customer accounts, allocate payments and maintain accurate collection records
Manage the accounts payable process, including supplier invoice processing,



coding and reconciliation
Verify invoices against supporting documentation, purchase orders and relevant approvals
Prepare supplier payment runs in accordance with company procedures
Prepare, review and submit monthly progress claims in accordance with customer and project requirements
Maintain and regularly update project variation registers, tracking submitted, pending and approved variations
About you
At least 5 years of relevant experience in an Accounts Officer, Senior Accounts Officer or similar position
Strong hands‐on experience across both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
Demonstrated experience managing debtor ledgers, credit control and collection activities
Experience preparing monthly progress claims and maintaining variation registers, preferably within construction or a related industry
Robust reconciliation skills and excellent attention to detail
Proficiency in Xero or similar accounting software, with sound Microsoft Excel skills
Experience assisting with payroll administration or processing will be highly regarded
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities
A proactive, accountable and commercially minded approach
About us
We are an established and growing business operating in the crane hire and construction industry.
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📌 Accounts Officer (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne