Accounts / Bookkeeper

Morson Edge Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge Australia is seeking an experienced Accounts Administrator to join a growing construction business based in Sydney's Inner West. This hands-on role covers accounts, payroll and general administration.

You will manage day-to-day financial administration across company accounts, with responsibilities including AP, AR, payroll, MYOB, and progress claims via PayApps. The ideal candidate has strong AP/AR/payroll, MYOB and Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a

Qualifications

• Experience as Accounts Administrator or similar role.
• Strong AP, AR and payroll experience.
• Experience using MYOB.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience with progress claims is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable for multiple accounts.
• Assist with payroll administration.
• Use MYOB for day-to-day accounts tasks.
• Prepare and submit monthly progress claims via PayApps.
• Liaise with clients and commercial teams on accounts/claims.
• Manage online inductions.
• Assist with general office and construction administration.
• Support team with ad hoc tasks as required.
• Maintain accurate financial records and up-to-date accounts.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Payroll

Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Construction industry experience

Tools

MYOB

PayApps

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Administrator to join a growing construction business based in Sydney's Inner West. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys a varied position across accounts, payroll and general administration. You will work closely with the wider team and take ownership of day‑to‑day financial administration across company accounts.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Processing and reconciling multiple company accounts
• Assisting with payroll
• Using MYOB for day‑to‑day accounts administration
• Preparing and submitting monthly progress claims through PayApps
• Liaising with clients and commercial teams regarding accounts and claims
• Managing online inductions
• Assisting with general office and construction administration
• Supporting the team with ad hoc administrative tasks as required
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring accounts are kept up to date

About You

• Previous experience in an Accounts Administrator, Accounts Officer or similar role
• Strong AP, AR and payroll experience
• Experience using MYOB
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience with progress claims would be highly regarded
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• The confidence to manage multiple accounts and priorities
• A positive, easy‑going approach and the ability to work well within a young team
• Previous construction industry experience would be advantageous

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join a growing construction business, with the potential to move into a permanent position after 3 months.

Hours: 7am–3pm or 8am–5pm, Monday–Friday

Contract: 3-month temp-to-perm

Contract Rate: $40 per hour + super

Permanent Salary: $75k–$80k + super, dependent on experience

Start: Approximately 2 weeks' time

Please note: This role is full time in the office, with no working from home.

You will need to have full working rights, as this role is designed to transition to permanent.