Accounts Officer

RGIT Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Team events

Job summary

Farquhar Group in Adelaide, SA, is seeking an Accounts Officer for a 9-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will manage both AP and AR to maintain healthy cash flow and timely processing for our suppliers and customers.You should have prior AP/AR experience, familiarity with Xero or ERP systems, a passion for accuracy, and strong communication skills to work with vendors and internal colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience in AP/AR roles.
• Familiarity with Xero or ERP systems.
• Excellent invoicing accuracy and reconciliations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to manage high volumes and meet deadlines.
• Confidentiality and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and monthly payment runs.
• Generate customer invoices and monitor payments.
• Reconcile accounts and allocate to ledgers and cost centres.
• Investigate billing discrepancies and finance queries.
• Monitor credit limits and support general office duties.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Ethics & confidentiality

Education

Accounting certifications

Tools

Xero

ERP systems

Job description

Adelaide, South Australia 5000, Australia

Full-time Contract Associate

Posted 19 Aug 2026

Description

Accounts Officer (9-Month Contract)

Since 1978, the Farquhar Group has been a leader in Australian kitchen manufacturing. Operating through our Farquhar and U-Install-It brands, we deliver excellence to both the general public and top-tier builders. Built on our core values of Care, Excellence, Quality, and Integrity, we offer a professional environment where quality craftsmanship is at the heart of everything we do.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated Accounts Officer to join our Lonsdale office on a 9-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will provide critical finance support within a close-knit team. By taking ownership of both Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), you will ensure healthy cash flow, timely processing, and positive relationships with our valued vendors and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, match purchase orders, and confidently prepare accurate monthly payment runs.
• Generate customer invoices and actively monitor payments, stepping in to follow up on overdue accounts and manage debt collection when necessary.
• Reconcile accounts, correctly allocate transactions to general ledgers and cost centres, and work with the broader team during month-end closing.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, integration errors, and finance queries from both internal staff and external partners.
• Monitor customer credit limits, and jump in to help with general office duties like answering phones.

About You

• Prior experience in an Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or similar financial role (relevant accounting certifications are a bonus!).
• Familiarity with accounting software such as Xero, or other ERP systems is a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail to ensure absolute accuracy in invoicing, recording, and reconciliation.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to collaborate smoothly with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to handle high volumes and meet deadlines.
• A proactive team player with a high standard of ethics, confidentiality, and customer focus.

Why Join Us?

• Work for SA's leading kitchen manufacturer, an award-winning, family-owned business with a stellar reputation.
• Thrive in a supportive, family-oriented company culture that genuinely respects your time off.
• Enjoy generous staff discounts across our entire premier product and kitchen ranges.
• Celebrate with regular team events, including BBQs, Christmas parties, RU OK? Day, Family Movie Nights, and our Christmas food drive!

Company Overview

Join us in shaping the future of Australian kitchens and be part of a team that's dedicated to pushing boundaries, challenging norms, and creating extraordinary spaces.