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7 results for Assistant Accountant in Gippsland

Finance Manager | Retail | Audit First Mover
  • Melbourne CBD, Victoria
  • remote
  • Permanent placement
  • 150000 - 150000 AUD / Yearly
  • <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>This is a great opportunity to join a fast-growing, purpose-led retail business at a pivotal stage of its growth. We are seeking a Finance Manager who is technically strong, hands-on and ready to take the next step into a leadership role.</p><p>This role is ideally suited to:</p><ul><li>A Big 4 or mid-tier Audit Manager / Assistant Manager ready for a first move into industry, or</li><li>An audit-trained Senior Financial Accountant in industry looking to step up into their first formal management role</li></ul><p>Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of group financial accounting, statutory reporting, tax compliance and month-end integrity, while leading and developing a small team.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Opportunity</span></strong></p><p>As Finance Manager, you will:</p><ul><li>Own the end-to-end financial accounting function across the group</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and audit-ready standards</li><li>Manage the preparation of statutory financial statements in line with Australian Accounting Standards</li><li>Act as the key point of contact for external auditors and tax advisers</li><li>Oversee tax compliance, including income tax, GST, PAYG, FBT and regulatory reporting</li><li>Review and maintain inventory accounting, fixed assets, balance sheet reconciliations and journals</li><li>Support the Group Financial Controller with treasury, cashflow and banking oversight</li><li>Drive process improvement, documentation and system enhancements</li><li>Support ESG, climate and regulatory reporting requirements as the business continues to mature</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Leadership &amp; Team Development</span></strong></p><p>You will also:</p><ul><li>Lead, coach and develop a team of Financial Accountants</li><li>Provide structured onboarding, feedback and performance development</li><li>Build succession planning and capability within the finance team</li><li>Foster a values-led, inclusive and collaborative team culture</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About You</span></strong></p><p>You are a technically capable accountant with strong commercial instincts, who enjoys being close to the detail while also thinking about the bigger picture. You will bring:</p><ul><li>A strong grounding in statutory reporting, audit and accounting standards</li><li>Confidence partnering with auditors, advisers and internal stakeholders</li><li>A proactive mindset with a desire to improve processes and ways of working</li><li>The maturity and ambition to step into a visible leadership role</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Skills &amp; Experience</span></strong></p><ul><li>CA or CPA qualified</li><li>Degree in Accounting, Commerce or similar</li><li>Background in Big 4 or mid-tier audit, or audit-trained industry experience</li><li>Exposure to retail, inventory or product-based environments highly regarded</li><li>Experience across tax compliance and statutory reporting</li><li>Strong Excel and financial systems capability</li><li>Interest in systems, automation or ERP improvement projects</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Why Join?</span></strong></p><ul><li>Ideal first Finance Manager role with real scope and responsibility</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and group-level decision making</li><li>Growing business with momentum, change and development opportunities</li><li>Supportive, values-driven culture with a strong focus on doing the right thing</li><li>Opportunity to shape processes, systems and team capability as the business scales</li></ul><p>If you're an audit-trained accountant looking to step into leadership, broaden your impact and grow with a business on an exciting trajectory, this role offers the ideal next move.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.</p><p><strong><em>Reference Number: </em>06810-0013355624LH</strong></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGF1cmVuLmhheGJ5LjA0NjAyLjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-12-23T03:12:06Z
Accounts Payable Officer
  • Melbourne CBD, Victoria
  • remote
  • Project
  • 38 - 40 AUD / Hourly
  • <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>Robert Half is currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Officer for a well-known and respected organisation based in Melbourne's CBD. This short-term role will see you take ownership of the organisation's accounts payable function.</p><p>Our client has a proven reputation and team culture with this role suiting a candidate who is aligned to the values of a for-purpose organisation.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Manager you will be responsible for the accounts payable function of this always busy health organisation.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Supplier invoice processing</li><li>Ensuring inbox queries are handled timely and professionally</li><li>Contributing to AP operations, timeframes, scheduling, processing payments</li><li>Resolving supplier queries</li><li>Co-ordinating payments</li><li>Reconciliations</li><li>Maintenance of Vendor files and records</li><li>Month-end accruals &amp; prepayments</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><p>To be successful you will have proven experience in an accounts payable role and have an ability to take ownership of the company's accounts payable function.</p><p>Strong system skills with a background on Great Plains or MS Dynamics an advantage.</p><p>This is a temporary position which will commence on Monday January 19<sup>th</sup> 2026, so if you are immediately available and can commit to a six week role please contact us ASAP.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.</p><p>Learn more about our Melbourne recruitment services: <a href="http://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-melbourne">http://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-melbourne</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Reference No: </strong>06810-0013359789 - SL</p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/c3RlcGhlbi5sYW5naGFtbWVyLjg5MzkwLjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-01-07T00:59:14Z
Accounts Receivable Officer | Temporary
  • Hawthorn, Victoria
  • remote
  • Project
  • 36 - 37 AUD / Hourly
  • <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>Robert Half is currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Receivable Officer to start at short notice on an 8-month temporary contract.</p><p>Our client is a respected employer of choice in the health sector and prides itself on having a collaborative and supportive work environment.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><p>Working within a friendly team environment your varied role will include:</p><ul><li>Undertake debtor functions relating to patient accounts</li><li>Receipting of payments</li><li>Bank reconciliations</li><li>Liaising with Medicare to correctly allocate payments</li><li>Review data and debt for inpatients</li><li>Answering queries from patients for general account inquiries</li><li>Contribute to the achievement of individual and team targets as set out by management</li><li>Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers in relation to all aspects of the accounts department</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><p>To be successful in this role you will have a proven receivables background within a high-volume environment. You will have excellent communication skills coupled with the ability to work effectively with both patients and internal team members.</p><p>You will need also to be able to work with large data sets, possess an intermediate level of excel skills, and be able to pick up new and complex systems quickly.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button or for further information, contact our <strong>Melbourne</strong> office on 03 9691 36 31.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Learn more about our Melbourne recruitment services: <a href="http://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-melbourne">http://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-melbourne</a></p><p> </p><p> Job Reference Number: 06810-0013361694 - LS</p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bHVrZS5zdGV2ZW5zLjEwMDE3LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-01-09T04:03:52Z
Accounts Payable Officer
  • Clayton, Victoria
  • remote
  • Project
  • 36 - 38 AUD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>📢</strong><strong> Accounts Payable Officer</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounts Payable Officer</strong> to provide support within their Finance team. This role is focused on high-volume supplier invoice processing and supporting business-as-usual accounts payable activities during a busy period.</p><p>The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing in a fast-paced environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process a high volume of <strong>supplier invoices</strong></li><li>Review invoice data and ensure accuracy prior to processing</li><li>Manually match invoices to Purchase Orders and GL codes</li><li>Process invoices through <strong>Microsoft Dynamics 365</strong></li><li>Follow up on outstanding invoices and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Support the Finance team with general accounts payable tasks as required</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a <strong>high-volume Accounts Payable</strong> role</li><li><strong>Mandatory: hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365</strong></li><li><strong>Immediately available</strong> to commence</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage repetitive, transactional work</li><li>Comfortable working <strong>onsite, full-time</strong></li><li>Able to commit to a <strong>6-month temporary assignment</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is required.</span></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p>📩 <strong>Ready to take the next step in your AP career?</strong><br /> Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion. We'd love to hear from you!</p><p> </p><p><strong><em>Reference Number: 06830-0013359915 - CM</em><br /></strong></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y291cnRuZXkubWNidXJuaWUuNDcyMjIuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-01-07T02:31:38Z
Accounts Payable
  • Mulgrave, Victoria
  • remote
  • Project
  • 38 - 40 AUD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>The Company </strong></p><p>Here's your chance to join a highly respected, Australian-owned manufacturing organisation known for its innovation, quality, and strong market presence. As part of their dynamic finance team, you'll play a key role in managing end-to-end accounts payable functions while contributing to the company's continued growth and success.</p><p>This role is perfect for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent communication and analytical skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement. You'll thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment that values collaboration and career development.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role </strong></p><p>Reporting to the AP Team lead, you will be responsible for the following:</p><ul><li>Process high volume of supplier invoices weekly/monthly</li><li>Ensuring invoices are reconciled accurately and efficiently</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline AP process and continue to system improvements</li><li>Set up and maintain supplier accounts</li><li>Reconciling of expense claims</li><li>Support month-end close activities including accruals, journals and pre-payments</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills &amp; Experience </strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 3 years experience in Accounts Payable, and a manufacturing background is a bonus</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP's, Pivot Tables, Validations)</li><li>Brilliant skills with Dynamics, or other ERP system experience.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Job Reference number: 06830-0013334618MS</strong></p><p>For more information, please contact our Robert Half, South East Office on 03 9239 8100.</p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bWF0dGhldy5zYWx0LjM0MjI3LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-12-14T22:56:00Z
Accounts Receivable Officer | Not-for-profit industry
  • Hawthorn, Victoria
  • remote
  • Project
  • 37 - 40 AUD / Hourly
  • <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>Robert Half are currently partnering with one of the region's leading healthcare providers in the recruitment of an Accounts Receivable Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with strong accounts receivable and reconciliation skills as you will play a pivotal role in correcting any variances between claims and payments received.</p><p>Based in the Inner East suburbs, you will be joining a business that has won numerous awards &amp; prides itself on its inclusive culture.</p><p>This position is offered on an initial 3-month temporary contract starting ASAP. The role has the potential to transition to permanent employment, although not guaranteed.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Ensuring all services are invoiced in a timely manner</li><li>Reconcile and correct any variances in revenue</li><li>Monthly review and accounting of the aged trial balance for clients</li><li>Assisting with client queries over the phone and payment collection</li><li>Follow up and monitor aged debt</li><li>Assist with management of government funding</li><li>Operate as a positive and collaborative member of the broader support services team,</li></ul><ul><li>Undertake other finance tasks as required</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Skills &amp; Experience</span></strong></p><ul><li>Experience in an accounts receivable role spanning at least 12 months.</li><li>Experience within the health, and/or aged care sector</li><li>Systems savvy with and intermediate level of MS Excel.</li><li>Strong communication skills to maintain positive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button or for further information, contact our <strong>Melbourne</strong> office on 03 9691 36 31.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Learn more about our Melbourne recruitment services: <a href="http://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-melbourne">http://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-melbourne</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Reference Number: 06810-0013351486 - LS</strong></p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bHVrZS5zdGV2ZW5zLjA0NjM3LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-12-15T05:18:38Z
Payroll Officer | 8 week contract
  • Thomastown, Victoria
  • remote
  • Project
  • 40 - 50 AUD / Hourly
  • <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a highly recognised manufacturing and distribution company in search of a payroll officer for 6 to 8 weeks.</p><p>With a fantastic reputation in the industry, our client provides an excellent working environment, hybrid working opportunities and a potential for more long-term opportunities upon successful completion of this contract</p><p>This role will suit a candidate with experience processing high volume payroll with understanding of complex and various awards, superannuation processing and who will be immediately available.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Reporting through to the Payroll team leader, duties in this role will include: </span></strong></p><ul><li>Process end-to-end payroll accurately and on time</li><li>Maintain employee records and payroll data</li><li>Calculate wages, overtime, allowances, and deductions</li><li>Process new starters, terminations, and changes</li><li>Reconcile payroll each pay cycle</li><li>Prepare and lodge payroll tax returns</li><li>Monitor payroll tax thresholds and obligations</li><li>Process superannuation contributions</li><li>Manage leave accruals and entitlements</li><li>Ensure compliance with awards and legislation</li><li>Respond to payroll queries and resolve issues</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><ul><li>Experience in end-to-end payroll processing</li><li>Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and awards</li><li>Familiar with payroll tax obligations and lodgements</li><li>Proficient in Employment Hero and Excel</li><li>High accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder service skills</li><li>Organised with strong time-management abilities</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>If you are immediately available and excited to step into a new and exciting environment to provide much needed short-term assistance, please apply now!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>Reference Number: </em>06810-0013362636 - LB</p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGFjaGxhbi5icm93bi45MDkwNy4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-01-11T22:07:39Z