Accounts Officer / Assistant Accountant

Rogers Construction Group; Geehi; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers Construction Group (RCG) is seeking an experienced Accounts Officer / Assistant Accountant to join our finance team in Bella Vista. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will manage accounts payable, payroll, job costing and general financial administration for NSW and Victoria projects, collaborating with project managers and contract administrators.

This hands-on role offers growth as the business expands, with responsibilities including bank reconciliations, GST/BAS compliance,

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts, finance or accounting role.
• Experience within the construction industry is highly regarded.
• Strong experience across accounts payable and payroll.
• Experience with job costing, subcontractor payments and retentions.
• Experience with accounting or ERP systems, with Premier, Cheops or Jobpac experience highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier invoices and subcontractor payments, including weekly/month-end runs.
• Process payroll and payroll tax obligations.
• Maintain project/job costing systems and track costs.
• Assist with BAS, IAS and GST payments and compliance.
• Support year-end financial preparation and audits; maintain records for compliance.

Skills

Accounting basics

Accounts payable

Payroll processing

Job costing

Subcontractor payments

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Autonomy & teamwork

Education

Accounting/Business qualification

Tools

Premier

Cheops

Jobpac

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Rogers Construction Group (RCG) is a privately owned Sydney-based commercial construction company delivering projects across NSW and Victoria, with offices in Bella Vista, Wollongong and and recently expanded into Melbourne and Adelaide.

We specialise in Education, Aged Care & Retirement Living, Social and Government Housing, Government, Industrial, Corporate and Retail projects up to $20m. Our business is experiencing significant, controlled growth, built on strong client relationships and a reputation for delivering quality outcomes.

Due to continued growth, we're seeking an experienced Accounts Officer / Assistant Accountant to join our finance team based in Bella Vista.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role will support the day-to-day financial operations of RCG, with a strong focus on accounts payable, payroll, job costing and general financial administration.

You’ll work closely with the Financial Controller, Project Managers, Contract Administrators and external stakeholders to ensure financial information is accurate, payments and payroll are processed efficiently, and project costs are appropriately recorded and monitored.

This is a hands-on role within a growing business, with the opportunity to take ownership of key financial processes and develop your accounting experience as RCG continues to grow.

Accounts Payable & Financial Administration

• Manage supplier invoices and subcontractor payments, including weekly and month-end payment runs
• Review, process and accurately code invoices, ensuring appropriate approvals are obtained
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records and resolve supplier and subcontractor payment queries
• Process bank reconciliations and assist with maintaining the general ledger
• Maintain records relating to retentions, bank guarantees, surety bonds and contract payments
• Assist with BAS, IAS and GST-related payments and compliance requirements
• Assist with year-end financial preparation and audit requirements
• Maintain accurate financial documentation and records for compliance, insurance and financial audits

Payroll & Compliance

• Manage the end-to-end weekly payroll process for employees
• Process superannuation, PAYG and payroll tax obligations
• Ensure payroll records are accurate, up to date and maintained confidentially
• Support compliance with Fair Work requirements and applicable construction awards
• Assist with maintaining employee financial and payroll records
• Respond to payroll queries and provide support to employees as required

Construction Job Costing

• Maintain project and job costing systems, ensuring costs are accurately allocated to the relevant projects
• Monitor project financial information and identify discrepancies or issues
• Assist with tracking project costs, subcontractor payments and retentions
• Provide Project Managers and Contract Administrators with project-related financial information as required
• Support the Financial Controller with project financial reporting and analysis

Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain accurate information across accounting and financial systems
• Assist with the ongoing improvement of financial processes and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and financial administration
• Provide general financial and administrative support to the Financial Controller and wider business as required

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in an accounts, finance or accounting role
• Experience within the construction industry is highly regarded
• Strong experience across accounts payable and payroll
• A sound understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Experience with job costing, subcontractor payments and retentions will be highly regarded
• Experience with accounting or ERP systems, with Premier, Cheops or Jobpac experience highly desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• The ability to work autonomously while also contributing effectively as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and the ability to professionally liaise with employees, suppliers, subcontractors and other stakeholders
• A proactive, adaptable and positive "can-do" attitude
• Strong problem-solving skills and a solutions-focused approach
• A high level of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality
• A genuine interest in improving processes and supporting the continued growth of the business
• Relevant qualifications in Accounting, Business or a related discipline are highly regarded but not essential
• Personal alignment with Rogers Construction Group's values of Listen, Create, Teamwork and Delivery

Why Join RCG?

• Be part of a growing commercial construction business
• Great team culture and collaborative working environment
• Supportive team and direct access to experienced finance leadership
• Onsite parking and close to public transport
• Quarterly team events and business updates
• Regular team lunches and social events
• Annual harbour cruise and other team events
• Exposure to a diverse range of commercial construction projects across NSW and Victoria
• Genuine career and development opportunities as the business continues to grow
• Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience. Please include your salary expectations in your application.