Accounts Officer

You Connect; Gosford; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration SCHADS Level

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Ongoing training and professional发展

Supportive and inclusive workplace

Employee Wellness Program

Two staff celebrations each year

Birthday leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

You Connect is a not-for-profit organisation providing disability and mental health support services across the Central Coast, Newcastle and Sydney regions. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Officer to join our Finance team at our Gosford office.

This is a fully office-based position with close collaboration within a purpose-driven organisation. Reporting to the Finance Manager/Financial Controller, you will support day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate

Qualifications

• Certificate in Accounting, Bookkeeping or Finance is mandatory.
• Experience in Accounts Officer, Bookkeeping or similar role.
• Demonstrated experience using MYOB.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, debt collection and bank reconciliations.
• Experience with general ledger processing and financial record management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Attention to detail, organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, manage creditor accounts, reconcile statements and assist with payment runs.
• Monitor outstanding invoices, follow up overdue payments, manage debtor accounts and resolve payment enquiries.
• Maintain accurate financial records in MYOB, process transactions and journals, and ensure correct general ledger coding.
• Complete regular bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and maintain documentation.
• Assist with budget tracking, financial reporting and month-end/year-end processes.
• Manage the accounts inbox, respond to enquiries and provide administrative support to the Finance Manager.

Skills

Excel

Outlook

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate in Accounting/Bookkeeping/Finance

Tools

MYOB

Job description

Salary: $36.22 per hour – SCHADS Award Level 2.1

Accounts Officer

Location: Gosford, NSW | Office-based

Salary: $36.22 per hour – SCHADS Award Level 2.1

About Us

You Connect is a not-for-profit organisation providing disability and mental health support services across the Central Coast, Newcastle and Sydney regions.

We are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives and creating a supportive, inclusive workplace where our employees can thrive.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Officer to join our Finance team at our Gosford office.

Reporting to the Finance Manager/Financial Controller, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation, ensuring accurate financial records, efficient transaction processing and effective management of accounts payable and receivable.

This is a fully office-based position, offering the opportunity to work closely with a collaborative team in a purpose-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable: Process supplier invoices, manage creditor accounts, reconcile statements and assist with payment runs.

• Accounts Receivable: Monitor outstanding invoices, follow up overdue payments, manage debtor accounts and resolve payment enquiries.

• Financial Processing: Maintain accurate financial records in MYOB, process transactions and journals, and ensure correct general ledger coding.

• Bank Reconciliations: Complete regular reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and maintain supporting documentation.

• Budgeting & Reporting: Assist with budget tracking, financial reporting and month-end and year-end processes.

• Finance Administration: Manage the accounts inbox, respond to enquiries and provide administrative support to the Finance Manager.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Certificate in Accounting, Bookkeeping or Finance (mandatory).

• Previous experience in an Accounts Officer, Bookkeeping or similar finance administration role.

• Demonstrated experience using MYOB (essential).

• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, debt collection and bank reconciliations.

• Experience with general ledger processing and financial record management.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.

• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

What's in It for You?

At You Connect, we recognise that our employees are at the heart of what we do. We offer a range of benefits to support your professional growth, wellbeing and work-life balance, including:

• Competitive remuneration – SCHADS Award Level 2.1, $36.22 per hour.

• Salary packaging and novated leasing options to help you make the most of your income.

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to support your career growth.

• Supportive and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued.

• Employee Wellness Program to support your health and wellbeing.

• Two staff celebrations each year to recognise and celebrate our team.

• Birthday leave – enjoy an additional paid day off during your birthday month!

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential wellbeing support.