Our client is a well-established and highly regarded professional services organisation located in Melbourne's CBD.
With a strong reputation, collaborative team environment and commitment to delivering exceptional service, they are seeking an experienced Finance Officer to support their finance operations during a busy period.
This is a full-time temporary opportunity commencing in early to mid-November and expected to continue until early March ****.
Offering stability and consistent work throughout the Christmas and New Year period, this position would suit an experienced finance professional seeking their next contract opportunity, including candidates on working holiday visas who can commit to the full duration of the assignment.
About the Role
Working as part of a supportive finance team, you will be responsible for a broad range of transactional accounting duties, with a primary focus on Accounts Receivable, alongside Accounts Payable and general finance administration.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing daily accounts receivable activities, including processing and allocating customer receipts
Performing bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies in payment allocations
Monitoring outstanding debtor balances and assisting with credit control and collections
Responding to internal and external queries relating to invoices, payments and account balances
Assisting with accounts receivable reporting, reconciliations and month-end activities
Processing supplier invoices, ensuring appropriate coding, approvals and supporting documentation
Supporting accounts payable payment runs and supplier account reconciliations
Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies and outstanding supplier queries
Providing general assistance with trust accounting transactions, reconciliations and associated record keeping




Maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with other ad hoc finance and administrative duties as required
About You
We are seeking a reliable, proactive and detail-oriented Finance Officer who can quickly integrate into an established team and confidently manage a range of transactional accounting responsibilities.
Ideally, you will demonstrate:
A minimum of 2 years' experience in a transactional finance role, with exposure to both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
Strong experience with receipting, payment allocations, bank reconciliations and general AR processes
Sound understanding of accounts payable processes, including invoice processing and supplier reconciliationsPrevious experience with trust accounting would be advantageous but is not essential
Good Excel skills and confidence working with accounting and finance systems
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and organisational skills
Strong communication skills with a professional and positive approach
A willingness to assist across different areas of finance and contribute to a collaborative team environment
Availability to commence in early to mid-November and commit to the assignment through until early March ****
Why Apply?
Full-time contract offering secure employment through the Christmas and Current Year period
Melbourne CBD location with excellent public transport accessibility
Hybrid working arrangements offering flexibility between home and office
Opportunity to gain experience within a highly regarded professional services organisation
Varied responsibilities across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and general finance operations
Friendly, supportive and professional team environment
Excellent opportunity for experienced contractors or working holiday visa holders seeking a longer-term assignment
If you are an experienced Finance Officer with strong Accounts Receivable and Payable skills, a positive attitude and availability to commence at short notice, we would welcome your application.
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📌 Finance Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Align Talent
📍 Melbourne