Accounts & Administration Manager – Construction

The Shed House; Landsborough; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shed House is seeking an organised Accounts & Administration Manager to own the accounts function and support administration, systems and project workflows at our Sunshine Coast Hinterland base.

You will manage accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, payroll support, and contract documentation, while using our in-house software to streamline sales through construction and improve efficiency. This hands-on role requires attention to detail and a proactive approach to improving processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts and office administration.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Confidence using Xero, Excel, Word, Adobe and DocuSign.
• Comfortable learning and working with custom software and workflows.
• Experience in construction, building or trades highly regarded.
• Right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Managing accounts payable and receivable.
• Invoicing, reconciliations and cashflow tracking.
• Assisting with payroll, BAS/GST and reporting.
• Preparing and checking contracts and project documentation.
• Maintaining accurate client, project and trade records.
• Using our in-house software to manage and track project information and workflows.
• Supporting administration across multiple teams to ensure projects progress smoothly.
• Coordinating team meetings, toolbox meetings, team events and training.
• Helping coordinate internal training and ensuring key processes and procedures are communicated to the team.
• Following and improving systems and processes as the business grows.

Skills

Accounts management

Office administration

Payroll & BAS

Financial reporting

Team coordination

Tools

Xero

Excel

Word

Adobe

DocuSign

Job description

Accounts & Administration Manager – Construction

Accounts & Administration Manager – Construction
The Shed House | Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Full-Time | Office Based

The Shed House is a leading Sunshine Coast Hinterland builder, delivering innovative and alternative housing solutions in a growing market.

We're looking for an organised, capable and motivated Accounts & Administration Manager to work at the core of our business, taking ownership of our accounts function while supporting the administration, systems, team coordination and business development activities that keep our business moving forward.

About the Role

This is a hands-on role combining accounts management, administration and business systems.

You will support projects as they transition from sales through to construction, ensuring financial, client and project information is accurate, up to date and properly documented.

You'll also work closely with our custom-built in-house software platform, which connects our sales, estimating, selections, purchasing, inventory and project workflows. The system is designed to reduce duplication, improve accountability and give our team clear visibility across each project.

As the business grows, you'll play an important role in helping us improve the systems and processes that support our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing accounts payable and receivable
• Invoicing, reconciliations and cashflow tracking
• Assisting with payroll, BAS/GST and reporting
• Preparing and checking contracts and project documentation
• Maintaining accurate client, project and trade records
• Using our in-house software to manage and track project information and workflows
• Supporting administration across multiple teams to ensure projects progress smoothly
• Coordinating team meetings, toolbox meetings, team events and training
• Helping coordinate internal training and ensuring key processes and procedures are communicated to the team
• Following and improving systems and processes as the business grows
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and communication across the business
• Identifying business development opportunities and bringing ideas forward to help grow the business
• Supporting the management team with general business administration and operational tasks as required

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in accounts and office administration
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Confidence using Xero, Excel, Word, Adobe and DocuSign
• Comfortable learning and working with custom software and structured digital workflows
• Confident working independently and taking ownership of outcomes
• A proactive approach to improving systems and processes
• Experience in construction, building or trades highly regarded
• Clear and professional communication skills – written and verbal
• Right to work in Australia

Why Join The Shed House?

• Join a supportive, down-to-earth team that values professionalism, accountability and doing things properly
• Take real ownership of the accounts and administration function
• Work within a growing business with long-term potential
• Be part of a business investing in technology, systems and better ways of working
• Opportunity to help develop and improve the way the business operates
• Mentorship and personal development opportunities