Accounts Assistant

Michael Page; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting for a part-time Accounts Assistant role based on-site in New South Wales. The position is 22.5 hours per week across three days, reporting to the Financial Controller, with responsibilities across accounts payable, transaction processing, and financial administration.

You will support day-to-day accounting, liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers, and help ensure accurate financial records, reporting, and compliance in a collaborative, close-knit team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in bookkeeping or accounts payable.
• Attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting systems.
• Strong communication in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Process and record financial transactions with accurate cost allocations.
• Manage supplier invoices, payments, and AP follow-up.
• Maintain records to support financial reporting, reconciliations, and audits.
• Assist with recording income and receipts and day-to-day accounting.
• Liaise with stakeholders and suppliers to ensure smooth financial operations.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounts payable

Attention to detail

Organized

Communication skills

Xero

Cloud accounting

Tools

Xero

Job description

This part-time opportunity offers 22.5 hours per week across three days and is based fully on-site. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will provide essential support across accounts payable, transaction processing, and financial administration activities.Key responsibilities include:

• Processing and recording financial transactions, ensuring accurate allocation to accounts and cost centres.
• Managing supplier invoices, payment preparation, and accounts payable follow-up.
• Maintaining accurate records to support financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit requirements.
• Assisting with the recording of income and receipts while supporting the finance team with day-to-day accounting activities.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure smooth financial operations.

This part-time opportunity offers 22.5 hours per week across three days and is based fully on-site. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will provide essential support across accounts payable, transaction processing, and financial administration activities.Key responsibilities include:

• Processing and recording financial transactions, ensuring accurate allocation to accounts and cost centres.
• Managing supplier invoices, payment preparation, and accounts payable follow-up.
• Maintaining accurate records to support financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit requirements.
• Assisting with the recording of income and receipts while supporting the finance team with day-to-day accounting activities.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure smooth financial operations.

Meaningful finance role where your work supports a greater purposeFlexible part-time opportunity with permanent career potential

A successful Accounts Assistant should have:

• Previous experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts administration, or a similar finance support role.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records.
• A proactive, organised approach with the ability to take ownership of tasks.
• Experience using Xero, or exposure to cloud-based accounting systems.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a small team environment.

Our client is a purpose-led organisation committed to making a positive impact through its work both locally and internationally. With a collaborative and close-knit team environment, they are seeking an Accounts Assistant to support their finance function and help ensure financial processes are delivered with accuracy, integrity, and care.

• Part-time position offering 22.5 hours per week across three days.
• Initial contract opportunity with potential to progress into a longer-term or permanent role.
• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Financial Controller and broaden your accounting skill set.