Accounts Officer - Immediate Start

Job title : Accounts Officer - Immediate Start
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : $38 - $40 per hour + super
Contact name : Emma Kennedy
Contact email : ekennedy@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : EKW4140
  • Immediate start within a leading national business | Derrimut location
  • Initial 6 month role with longer term potential | Attractive hourly rate
  • Variety in your day to day responsibilities | SAP experience essential

Organisational Profile
Our client is a well‑established national business with over 120 years of expertise in their industry. With continued growth, nationwide expansion, and strong commercial success, they offer a stable and supportive work environment. Their positive team culture is built on collaboration, loyalty, and long‑tenured staff. An exciting opportunity now exists for an experienced Accounts Officer to join the team immediately on an initial six‑month period, with potential for extension.

Position Description
Reporting to the Finance Manager and working within a small team, you will be responsible for:
  • Support the Contracts & Sales Administrator with all invoice‑related activities
  • Update and amend sales orders to ensure accuracy before billing
  • Troubleshoot billing issues and resolve missing, incorrect, or delayed billing items
  • Cross‑check subcontractor costs against revenue to ensure correct on‑charging
  • Manage accounts payable queries and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies
  • Correct and maintain purchase orders in line with operational requirements
  • Assist with accounts receivable processes
  • Complete reconciliations 
  • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date data across operational and finance systems
  • Perform general administrative tasks & ad hoc duties to support smooth operations
  • Work closely with operational teams to ensure efficient AP/AR functioning 

Ideal Candidate
The successful applicant will also have the following attributes:
  • High level numeracy and reconciliation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to confidently work autonomously as well collaboratively in a team environment
  • Strong time management skills, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Personable nature and ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
  • Prior experience using SAP

Additional Benefits
  • Commence as soon as possible
  • Office located close to home in Melbourne's Western suburb of Derrimut with onsite parking
  • Supportive close knit team environment
  • Attractive hourly rate dependent on experience ($38 - $40 per hour + super)
  • Temporary role for 6 months with longer term potential views
  • Work for a leading national organisation during an exciting transformational period

How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Emma Kennedy at ekennedy@sharpandcarter.com.au