Accounts Receivable and Payable Officer

About the Role

Our client is a well-established Loss Adjusting organisation with their head office located in Sydney.

They are seeking a motivated Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Officer to join their finance team on a full-time (the role is office based with the possibility of WFH options once the candidate is established).

This position is a great opportunity for someone with strong communication skills, proven AR/AP experience, and proficiency in Xero and/or MYOB. The successful candidate will be tenacious with follow-up, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and capable of building effective relationships with both internal staff and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, expenses, and credit card reconciliations accurately.
• Prepare supplier payments, including batch payments, ensuring authorisation and compliance with policies.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve vendor queries.
• Liaise with the admin team to raise customer invoices in Xero and ensure accuracy with related systems.
• Reconcile customer accounts, monitor overdue accounts, and follow up professionally.
• Complete month-end routines and assist with reconciliations and reporting.
• Support the CFO and Managing Director with ad hoc projects, audits, and compliance.

Skills & Experience

• 2–3 years’ experience in Accounts Payable / Receivable within an Australian workplace.
• Completion or near completion of a relevant bookkeeping or accounting qualification.
• Proficiency in Xero and/or MYOB (Xero preferred; training support available).
• Excellent reconciliation and data entry accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise across all levels.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with strong attention to detail.
• Tenacity and professionalism in following up outstanding accounts.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Office skills.

 Benefits

• Competitive salary package, based on experience.
• Full-time, Sydney CBD office-based role with easy access to transport (with some WFH flexibility).
• Stable and supportive work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

 ⚠️ Please Note: Only applicants with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia will be considered. Working holiday visas are not suitable. For further information on the role please contact Gavin on 02 9188 0795