Accounts Assistant

About the role
We are currently seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a dynamic and supportive finance team based in Kempsey. You will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day financial operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll, while working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial processing.
 

Duties

• End-to-end Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processing
• Maintenance of accurate financial records, invoicing, receipts, and reconciliations
• Processing invoices, payments, refunds, and banking activities
• Weekly reporting including debtor and purchase order reports
• Small payroll processing (approx. 30 employees) including retail payroll support
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and month-end processes

 
Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant / Accounts Officer role
• Strong knowledge of AP, AR, invoicing, and payroll processes
• Experience using accounting software (e.g. Xero or similar)
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word)

 
Benefits

• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to expand your skillset across finance and payroll
• Stable, permanent full-time position with a large, reputable organisation

 
How to apply
Sound interesting? We would love to hear from you! Click APPLY NOW to upload a copy of your current resume & cover letter, or call Jo Ellerman on 02 6691 9106 for a confidential discussion.





At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.