Accountant

AMS; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Volunteer leave days

Birthday leave

Job summary

AMS is seeking an experienced Accountant to join the Melbourne team. You will support finance, payroll, invoicing, and business operations, reporting to the CFO in a hands-on role across key financial processes.

Responsibilities include payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, and financial reporting. The role requires a relevant degree and experience in similar environments, with knowledge of Australian payroll legislation and tools like Xero and Employment Hero.

Qualifications

• Degree qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Experience in a similar accounting and payroll position.
• Knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, superannuation, payroll tax, GST, and employment obligations.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable: invoices, reconciliations, expenses, EFT payments.
• Coordinate end-to-end payroll incl. superannuation, payroll tax, leave, compliance.
• Handle invoicing, billing calculations, client fee structures.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Assist with month-end/year-end reporting and reconciliations.
• Support trust accounting and financial audits as required.
• Respond to finance-related queries from stakeholders.
• Assist CFO with ad hoc finance projects.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Xero

Employment Hero

Job description

AMS client is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their Melbourne team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting finance, payroll, and business operations while contributing to the continued success and growth of the organisation.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this is a hands-on position offering a broad range of responsibilities across accounting, payroll, invoicing, accounts payable and receivable, trust accounting support, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and taking ownership of end-to-end financial processes.

As the Accountant, you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and the timely delivery of payroll, invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general financial administration activities.

Responsibilities

Managing the accounts payable function, including invoice processing, reconciliations, credit cards, expenses, and EFT payments.

Coordinating and processing end-to-end payroll, including superannuation, payroll tax, leave management, and compliance obligations.

Managing invoicing processes, billing calculations, and client fee structures.

Monitoring accounts receivable and following up outstanding payments.

Assisting with month-end and year-end financial reporting and reconciliations.

Supporting trust accounting activities and financial audits as required.

Responding to finance-related queries from internal and external stakeholders.

Assisting the CFO with ad hoc finance projects and business initiatives.

What Will Help You Succeed in This Role

Degree qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Experience in a similar accounting and payroll position.

Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes.

Knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, superannuation, payroll tax, GST, and employment obligations.

Experience using Xero and Employment Hero.

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Experience within insurance, financial services, claims management, legal, or professional services environments will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

Flexible hybrid working arrangements with technology provided.

Two volunteer leave days per year to support community initiatives.

Birthday leave.

A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Opportunities for professional growth and development.