Job Overview:

Are you a seasoned accounting professional with at least 3 years of hands-on experience in Australian payroll and financial reconciliations?

Our client is seeking an exceptional Senior Accounts Officer to drive end-to-end Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll using Xero. In this remote role, you will maintain precise accounting records, prepare key Excel schedules, and support month-end financial reporting. Ideal candidates bring background experience in education, immigration, travel, or professional services, along with proven expertise serving international clients. Spanish-speaking ability and a strong grasp of Australian business and accounting practices will set you apart in delivering timely, accurate financial operations. Join a dynamic team where your independent drive and numerical precision truly make an impact! 

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM AEST, with 1 hour unpaid break (40 work hours per week)

Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable

• Manage day-to-day Accounts Receivable activities.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and on time.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Allocate customer payments and receipts accurately.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to customer accounts.
• Maintain accurate customer account records.
• Assist with regular accounts receivable reporting and ageing analysis.

Bank and Account Reconciliations

• Perform regular bank reconciliations and ensure transactions are accurately recorded.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve reconciling items promptly.
• Maintain supporting documentation for reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end financial close activities.

End-to-End Payroll

• Process end-to-end payroll accurately and to deadline each pay cycle.
• Collect, check, and process weekly timesheets for permanent and casual staff.
• Follow up missing, late, or incomplete timesheets with staff and managers before cut-off.
• Verify hours, overtime, allowances, penalties, and deductions before processing.
• Calculate and apply correct pay rates for permanent, part-time, and casual staff.
• Process new starters, terminations, and final pays including leave payouts.
• Maintain employee payroll records, banking details, and tax declarations.
• Verify changes to employee banking details before processing.
• Calculate and process leave accruals, entitlements, and leave balances.
• Prepare and distribute payslips and respond to payroll queries from staff.
• Process superannuation contributions and ensure payment by due dates.
• Calculate and report PAYG withholding.
• Complete Single Touch Payroll lodgement each pay run and end-of-year finalisation.
• Perform payroll reconciliations, including wages, superannuation, and PAYG control accounts.
• Ensure payroll transactions are correctly recorded in the accounting system.
• Prepare payroll reporting and payroll cost analysis as required.
• Maintain payroll records in line with record-keeping obligations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee information.

General Accounting

• Prepare and post accounting entries and journals as required.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and management reports.
• Assist with audit and compliance requirements when required.
• Perform general accounting and administrative tasks as directed by management.

Xero and Excel

• Maintain accurate accounting records using Xero.
• Process and review financial transactions within Xero.
• Use Microsoft Excel to analyse, reconcile, and report financial information.
• Prepare spreadsheets, financial schedules, and reconciliation reports.
• Maintain organised and accurate electronic financial records.

Requirements:

Essential Requirements:

• At least 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience in Accounts Receivable.
• Practical experience with payroll processing and payroll reconciliations.
• Strong experience performing bank and account reconciliations.
• Hands-on experience using Xero.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• A high level of reliability, accountability, and professionalism.
• Willingness and ability to work 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM AEST consistently.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience working in an immigration or education environment.
• Experience in the travel or professional services industry.
• Experience dealing with international customers or clients.
• Spanish-speaking ability.
• Experience working with Australian businesses and accounting processes.
• Familiarity with Australian payroll and accounting practices.
• Experience supporting month-end financial reporting.

Qualifications:

• A postgraduate qualification in accounting, finance, or a related discipline.

Key Relationships:

• Internal: Director, Finance / Management Team, Operations Team, Administration Team, All Employees (payroll matters)
• External: Clients, Suppliers, Students, Casual Staff

Performance Expectations:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Complete bank and account reconciliations accurately and within deadlines.
• Keep Accounts Receivable records current and follow up outstanding balances appropriately.
• Support accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Maintain clean and organised Xero records.
• Produce accurate Excel reports and financial schedules.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies proactively.
• Meet deadlines consistently.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate reliability and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.

Work Conditions:

• Remote position, worked from a suitable home office environment.
• Reliable internet connection and a quiet work space are required.
• Availability by phone, email, and video conference during working hours.
• Additional hours may be required around pay runs, month-end, and end of financial year.
• Training will be provided.

Conditions of Employment:

• Commitment to adhere to all company policies.
• Ongoing commitment to maintain professional development relevant to the role.
• Strict adherence to confidentiality and privacy obligations.
• Satisfactory reference and background checks.

Other Duties:

• Additional duties may be required from time to time that are reasonably within the employee's skills, experience, and capability, and consistent with operational requirements.

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Note:

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.

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