Accounts Officer

PERSOL; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL is partnering with a growing and well-established accounting practice to recruit an experienced Accounts Officer to join their team in Brisbane. You will manage day-to-day bookkeeping across a diverse client portfolio, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and timely financial reporting.

Strong Xero experience is essential, along with a solid understanding of accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and month-end tasks. Exposure to MYOB or QuickBooks is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience using Xero (essential).
• Experience in accounts officer, book-keeping or similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounts and bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients.
• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting systems.
• Perform reconciliations (bank, credit card, balance sheet).
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and process payroll, including STP and superannuation.
• Assist BAS and IAS preparation.

Skills

Xero

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Payroll processing

Reconciliations

Client liaison

Education

Accounting/bookkeeping experience

Tools

MYOB

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

PERSOL is partnering with a growing and well-established accounting practice to recruit an experienced Accounts Officer to join their team.

This is a hands-on role supporting a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries. You'll work closely with experienced accountants and clients, taking ownership of day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping requirements while building strong relationships and providing reliable financial support.

The role would suit an experienced Accounts Officer who enjoys variety, is confident working across multiple client accounts and takes pride in getting the detail right. Strong Xero experience is essential.

About the Role

Working as part of a professional and collaborative accounting team, you'll be responsible for managing a range of accounting and bookkeeping requirements across a portfolio of clients, including:

• Managing day-to-day accounts and bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients

• Maintaining accurate financial records and accounting systems

• Completing bank, credit card and balance sheet reconciliations

• Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable

• Preparing and processing payroll, including STP and superannuation

• Assisting with BAS and IAS preparation

• Preparing and maintaining journals and financial data

• Supporting month-end processes and reporting

• Reviewing transactions and investigating discrepancies

• Liaising directly with clients regarding accounting and financial matters

• Assisting accountants with broader client accounting requirements

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records

• Providing general accounts support and assisting with ad hoc tasks as required

You'll have the opportunity to work across a varied client base, making this a role that offers plenty of variety and the chance to build on your accounting experience.

About You

You’ll have previous experience in an accounts or bookkeeping role and be confident managing accounting requirements with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ideally, you’ll have experience within an accounting or professional services environment and enjoy working closely with both clients and internal stakeholders.

You will ideally bring:

• Demonstrated experience using Xero - essential

• Previous experience in an Accounts Officer, Bookkeeper or similar role

• Strong understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles

• Experience across accounts payable and accounts receivable

• Strong reconciliation skills and excellent attention to detail

• Experience processing payroll, including STP and superannuation

• Exposure to BAS and IAS preparation

• Previous experience within an accounting or professional services environment

• Excellent organisation and time management skills

• Strong communication and client liaison skills

• The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities

• A proactive, practical and solutions-focused approach

• Experience with MYOB, QuickBooks or other accounting platforms will be advantageous

Why Join?

This is a great opportunity to join a growing accounting practice where you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team and have genuine exposure to a diverse client portfolio.

You’ll work alongside experienced accountants, build strong client relationships and have the opportunity to take ownership of your work in a professional environment.

If you’re an experienced Accounts Officer looking for a varied role where you can use your skills across a diverse client base, we’d love to hear from you.