Accounts Officer

Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of NSW & ACT; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of NSW & ACT – Sydney CBD NSW is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Officer to join the National Assembly finance team on a permanent full-time basis. You will manage accounts payable and receivable, maintain the fixed asset register, and support strong financial controls across the organisation.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will assist with bank reconciliations, cashflow monitoring and oversee the credit card expense system while providing responsive

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance role with AP, AR and reconciliations.
• High level of accuracy and consistency to meet deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with proactive issue resolution.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to support the ethos, mission and values of the Uniting Church in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable, including data entry, supplier statement reconciliations, and weekly payment runs.
• Manage Accounts Receivable, invoicing, receipting, and follow-up of outstanding debts.
• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register, including asset additions, disposals and depreciation entries.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and cashflow monitoring.
• Oversee credit card expense management and monthly reconciliations.
• Provide financial services, reporting and operational support to the Accountant, Finance Manager and Head of Finance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving

Interpersonal and communication skills

Proactive approach

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting/Finance or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of NSW & ACT – Sydney CBD NSW

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Officer to join the National Assembly finance team on a permanent full-time basis. This role supports the faithful stewardship of the Assembly’s financial resources through accurate, timely and efficient financial operations.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will manage accounts payable and receivable, credit cards and fixed assets, maintain accurate financial records and support strong financial controls. You will also support the Accountant and Finance Manager, provide responsive service to stakeholders across the Assembly and its related entities, and act as delegate for the Accountant when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable, including data entry, supplier statement reconciliations, weekly payment runs and AP ageing reports.
• Ensure invoices are accurately processed, coded, supported and approved in line with financial delegations and separation of duties requirements.
• Initiate domestic and overseas payments, including recurring payments through relevant banking and payment platforms.
• Manage Accounts Receivable, including invoicing, receipting, recharging, account maintenance, reconciliations and follow-up of outstanding debts.
• Coordinate debtor communications with relevant agencies and ensure receipts and credits are correctly allocated.
• Complete month-end checklist tasks by the required dates and reconcile AP and AR reports to the general ledger.
• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register, including asset additions, disposals, revaluations and monthly depreciation entries.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and cashflow monitoring.
• Oversee the credit card expense management system, monitor approvals and reconcile monthly activity.
• Support the Accountant, Finance Manager and Head of Finance - UnitingWorld with financial services, reporting and operational compliance.
• Act as delegate for the Accountant when required to support continuity of financial operations and reporting obligations.
• Provide high-quality service and support to internal and external stakeholders.

About You

• Demonstrated experience in a finance role across accounts payable, accounts receivable and reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships.
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• A willingness to support the ethos, mission and values of the Uniting Church in Australia.

Desirable but not essential:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Experience administering credit cards and maintaining fixed asset records.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a similar ERP system.
• Experience working within a multi-entity or not-for-profit environment.

About Uniting Church and the National Assembly

The Uniting Church in Australia was formed in 1977 and is a mission-oriented Christian movement committed to justice, inclusion and unity. Across Australia, more than 1,300 communities of faith worship in cities, rural towns and regional and remote communities.

The National Assembly is the national council of the Church. It provides leadership for the whole Church through the Secretariat and works alongside national agencies with a focus on justice, advocacy and service. The Assembly is committed to Hope, Justice, Compassion, Respect, Integrity and Innovation.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation and a collaborative finance team supporting the mission and priorities of the Uniting Church across Australia.
• Stable Opportunity: Permanent full-time role based in Sydney.
• Varied Work: Build experience across AP, AR, reconciliations, fixed assets and credit card administration.
• Broad Exposure: Work with stakeholders across the Assembly and its related entities.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Join a values-led organisation committed to justice, inclusion and service.
• Make an Impact: Contribute to accurate financial operations and strong stewardship of the Assembly’s resources.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

The Uniting Church Synod of NSW and ACT prefers to manage all sourcing directly. Introductions via agency will not be accepted.

Due to a high number of expected applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.