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Assistant Accountant

Canning Vale, Western Australia
remote
Contract/Temporary
45.00 - 50.00 AUD / Hourly
Robert Half is currently partnering with a well-established business based in Canning Vale to recruit an Assistant Accountant for a 6-12 month temporary assignment.This is a hands-on role offering a mix of Accounts Receivable, reconciliations and month-end accounting responsibilities. We're looking for someone with a strong transactional finance background who is confident working across the broader accounting function.The RoleReporting to the Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Managing the day-to-day Accounts Receivable function, including customer enquiries, payment allocations and debt collection</li><li>Completing daily bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records</li><li>Processing customer payments and maintaining customer accounts</li><li>Performing regular reconciliations between the general ledger and AR aged balances</li><li>Preparing monthly customer statements and managing intercompany transactions</li><li>Assisting with month-end close, including journal entries, accruals and provisions</li><li>Supporting depreciation adjustments and general ledger cost allocations</li><li>Investigating invoice discrepancies and liaising with internal teams to resolve queries</li><li>Assisting with ongoing process improvements and general finance support as required</li></ul> About You<ul><li>Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Finance Officer or similar role</li><li>Strong Accounts Receivable experience, including collections and reconciliations</li><li>Experience assisting with month-end processes and general ledger journals</li><li>A sound understanding of accounting principles</li><li>Intermediate to advanced Excel skills</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills</li><li>A proactive attitude and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team</li><li>Availability to commence at short notice</li></ul> What's on Offer?<ul><li>6-12 month temporary assignment</li><li>Convenient Canning Vale location</li><li>Varied role combining Accounts Receivable and Assistant Accountant responsibilities</li><li>Opportunity to work within an established finance team</li><li>Competitive hourly rate based on experience</li></ul> Apply Today!If you're an experienced Assistant Accountant or Finance Officer with strong Accounts Receivable skills and a solid understanding of month-end accounting processes, we'd love to hear from you.**Please note applications will be assessed on an ongoing basis until this role is filled** 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW1iZXIuTmlja3Nvbi44MDIyMC4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-09T00:58:43Z

Senior Bookkeeper

Perth CBD, Western Australia
remote
Permanent placement
85000 - 95000 AUD / Yearly
Robert Half is proud to be partnering with a valued client to recruit an Assistant Accountant to support the finance function across two growing business units.This is a fantastic opportunity for an accounting professional looking for a broad, hands-on role with exposure to financial reporting, operational support, fixed assets, and process improvement. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will work closely with finance, sales and operational teams to help maintain accurate financial records and deliver meaningful financial insights to the business.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support customer and supplier administration, including onboarding, invoicing, purchase orders, and invoice processing</li><li>Support general ledger maintenance, journals, reconciliations, and month-end reporting</li><li>Assist with BAS preparation and compliance reporting</li><li>Help prepare monthly management reports, variance analysis, and ad hoc financial reporting</li><li>Maintain fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and finance-related records</li><li>Provide financial support to sales and operations, including job costing, pricing, and margin analysis</li><li>Maintain data integrity in Xero and contribute to process and system improvements</li><li>Assist with audit requirements and broader finance administration as needed</li></ul>About You<ul><li>A Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance or Commerce</li><li>At least 2 years' experience in an accounting, assistant accountant or bookkeeping role</li><li>Team player who is happy to assist with more administrative and transactional finance tasks</li><li>Strong exposure to month-end reporting, reconciliations and general ledger maintenance</li><li>Sound knowledge of Australian GST and compliance requirements</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills</li></ul>Personal Attributes<ul><li>Detail-oriented, analytical and highly accurate</li><li>Organised and able to manage competing priorities</li><li>A strong communicator who can build relationships across finance, operations and sales</li><li>Commercially minded and proactive in identifying improvements</li><li>Professional, adaptable and calm under pressure</li><li>Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team</li></ul>How to apply:Interested in applying? We want to hear from you! Simply, send us your resume by clicking on the apply button below. Your application will be evaluated within 3 working days.Please note we will only get in touch with shortlisted applicants. For further enquiries, please contact Jessica Shanks at Robert Half's Perth branch via email (<a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>). Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of categories protected under local law.Learn more about our Perth recruitment services: https://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-perthBy 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5TaGFua3MuNjcyODkuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-01T09:00:31Z

Accounts Officer

Welshpool, Western Australia
remote
Contract/Temporary
40.00 - 43.00 AUD / Hourly
Are you an experienced Accounts Officer who enjoys variety and working in a busy finance environment?Robert Half is recruiting for an Accounts Officer to join a large, established organisation based in Welshpool on an ongoing temporary basis.Working as part of a busy finance team, you'll be responsible for supporting both the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on role, can manage a busy workload and is comfortable working across multiple areas of transactional finance.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Processing supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payment</li><li>Preparing payment runs and reconciling supplier statements</li><li>Managing Accounts Receivable, including invoicing, receipting and payment allocations</li><li>Following up outstanding debtors and resolving payment queries</li><li>Completing bank and account reconciliations</li><li>Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies</li><li>Liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers and customers</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting month-end processes</li><li>Assisting the wider finance team with additional tasks as required</li></ul> About You:<ul><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Officer or similar transactional finance role</li><li>Solid experience across both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable</li><li>Confidence managing a high-volume workload</li><li>Strong reconciliation skills and attention to detail</li><li>Good Excel skills and experience using accounting or ERP systems</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders</li><li>A team-focused attitude and willingness to get involved wherever needed</li><li>Availability to commence at short notice</li></ul>Apply Today!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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW1iZXIuTmlja3Nvbi45NDA0MS4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-09T01:33:50Z

Accounts Payable Officer

Osborne Park, Western Australia
remote
Contract/Temporary
40.00 - 42.00 AUD / Hourly
Robert Half is currently partnering with a well-established organisation based in Osborne Park to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Officer on a temporary-to-permanent basis.This is a great opportunity for someone looking to secure a long-term position within a supportive finance team. The successful candidate will initially join on a temporary basis, with the view to transitioning into a permanent role.The Role:Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day Accounts Payable activities, ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and efficiently.<ul><li>Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Managing end-to-end Accounts Payable processes</li><li>Performing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Preparing and processing payment runs</li><li>Managing the AP inbox and responding to supplier queries</li><li>Maintaining accurate supplier records and account information</li><li>Assisting with month-end processes and general finance administration</li><li>Working closely with internal stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment queries</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Previous experience in a high-volume Accounts Payable position</li><li>Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills</li><li>Experience with Epicor will be highly regarded (not essential)</li><li>Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills</li><li>Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving</li><li>The ability to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>Availability to commence at short notice</li></ul> If you're an experienced Accounts Payable Officer looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today through Robert Half for a confidential discussion about the role.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW1iZXIuTmlja3Nvbi41MDczMC4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-12T03:06:41Z

1x Accounts Payable Officer & 1x Accounts Receivable Officer

Cannington, Western Australia
remote
Contract/Temporary
42.00 - 45.00 AUD / Hourly
Ongoing Temporary Opportunities | Immediate Start | Cannington<ul><li>2 x Positions Available: 1 x Accounts Payable & 1 x Accounts Receivable</li><li>Ongoing temporary assignments with potential to go permanent</li><li>Immediate start required | Working Holiday Visa holders welcome!</li></ul>Robert Half is currently recruiting for two experienced finance professionals to join our client's team based in Cannington.We have one Accounts Payable Officer position and one Accounts Receivable Officer position available, both offering ongoing temporary work with the potential to transition into permanent employment for the right candidates.These opportunities would suit candidates who enjoy working in a busy finance environment, have strong attention to detail and are confident managing their day-to-day responsibilities.Our client is looking for candidates who can hit the ground running, so immediate availability is essential.About YouTo be successful in either position, you will ideally have:<ul><li>Previous experience in Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable</li><li>Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills</li><li>Confidence working with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel</li><li>Good communication skills and a proactive approach</li><li>The ability to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>Immediate availability to commence work</li></ul> Working Holiday Visa holders are encouraged to apply! Whether you're looking for ongoing temporary work or a longer-term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW1iZXIuTmlja3Nvbi40Njc0OC4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-23T04:04:18Z

Payroll Officers | Multiple Roles Available!

Perth CBD, Western Australia
remote
Contract/Temporary
45.00 - 60.00 AUD / Hourly
Expression of Interest - Payroll Professionals | Temp & Temp-to-PermWith the final few months of the year upon us, we're seeing an increase in temporary and temp-to-permanent Payroll opportunities across Perth.Robert Half is looking to connect with experienced Payroll professionals at all levels who are immediately available, finishing up a contract, or considering their next move.We partner with a broad range of organisations across Perth and regularly recruit for positions including:<ul><li>Payroll Administrator</li><li>Payroll Officer</li><li>Senior Payroll Officer</li><li>Payroll Team Leader</li><li>Payroll Supervisor</li><li>Payroll Manager</li></ul>The OpportunitiesOur temporary assignments can range from short-term cover and project work through to longer-term contracts and temp-to-permanent opportunities. We work with businesses across a variety of industries, locations and payroll environments.Depending on the position, responsibilities may include:<ul><li>End-to-end payroll processing</li><li>Weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls</li><li>New starters, terminations and employee changes</li><li>Superannuation, PAYG and STP</li><li>Award and EBA interpretation</li><li>Payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Leave calculations and entitlements</li><li>Payroll queries and employee support</li><li>Month-end and year-end payroll processes</li><li>Payroll system implementations, projects and process improvements</li></ul>What we're looking forWe'd love to hear from Payroll professionals with experience at any level. Experience with systems such as Chris21/iChris, Employment Hero, SAP, ADP, Pronto, ELMO, Workday, MYOB or similar payroll platforms is always highly regarded.We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who are:<ul><li>Immediately available or available at short notice</li><li>Coming to the end of a current contract</li><li>Open to temporary or temp-to-permanent opportunities</li><li>Looking to gain exposure to a new industry or payroll system</li><li>On a Working Holiday Visa and looking for their next temporary assignment</li></ul>Interested?If you're currently looking, or simply want to have a confidential conversation about what the Payroll market is looking like as we head towards the end of the year, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today with an updated CV and a member of the Robert Half team will be in touch to discuss suitable opportunities.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW1iZXIuTmlja3Nvbi4wMzQ2NS4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-02T03:14:37Z

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