Accountant

Nexera Solutions Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexera Solutions Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Accountant to support a client in South West Sydney. The role covers accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll, with hands-on duties to keep records accurate and payroll running smoothly.

Responsibilities include payroll, BAS/PAYG submissions, GST, STP, supplier and customer reconciliations, and month-end processes. Xero will be used to maintain records and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• CPA or ACCA desirable but not required.
• Knowledge of and practical experience using Xero.
• BAS Agent registration is required.
• Experience across accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
• Good understanding of GST, PAYG, superannuation and STP reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, send and follow up quotes and invoices.
• Review employee timesheets and process payroll.
• Run payroll including wages, overtime, allowances, deductions and reimbursements.
• Prepare and submit BAS and PAYG reporting.
• Manage superannuation contributions and STP reporting.
• Maintain supplier and customer records; process payments and reconciliations.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist month-end procedures and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate records in Xero and identify process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Communication

Problem solving

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/ACCA desirable

Tools

Xero

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Accountant for one of our reputable clients, a consulting business based in South West Sydney.

This hands on role combines accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll responsibilities. You will work closely with management to keep financial records accurate, payments on track and payroll running smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, send and follow up quotes.
• Prepare, send and follow up invoices.
• Review employee timesheets for accuracy before processing payroll.
• Prepare and run payroll, including wages, overtime, allowances, deductions and reimbursements.
• Prepare and submit BAS and PAYG reporting.
• Manage superannuation contributions and Single Touch Payroll reporting.
• Maintain employee payroll records, leave balances and pay adjustments.
• Process final payments and respond to employee payroll enquiries.
• Process, code and verify supplier invoices and expenses, ensuring appropriate approvals.
• Maintain supplier records and prepare payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Record customer payments and allocate them to the correct invoices.
• Reconcile customer accounts and follow up overdue balances.
• Resolve customer billing queries and liaise with management on payment arrangements.
• Assist with month-end procedures, payroll reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records in Xero and identify opportunities to improve accounts processes.

Qualifications and experience

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is desirable.
• Professional accounting qualifications, such as CPA or ACCA, are beneficial but not required.
• Knowledge of and practical experience using Xero.
• Current BAS Agent registration is required.
• Previous experience across accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
• Sound knowledge of GST, PAYG, superannuation and STP reporting requirements.
• Understanding of employee entitlements and relevant award provisions.

About you

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Confident communicating with clients, suppliers and employees.
• Able to investigate and resolve accounting and payroll discrepancies.
• Professional and discreet when handling confidential information.
• Comfortable working independently and supporting a small team.