Accounts Officer (Full-Time)

Challenger Services Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and development

Broad accounting exposure

Career progression opportunities

Supportive finance team

Modern office near Central Station

Wage access app

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

Challenger Services Group is seeking a motivated Accounts Officer to join our Finance team. This role handles AP/AR tasks and procurement processes while supporting day-to-day financial operations. You will work with a supportive team, gain exposure across accounting functions, and contribute to process improvements.

A 5+ year background in accounts payable/receivable and strong Excel skills are essential. Modern office near Central Station in Sydney offers training and career growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or a similar role.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems.
• Analytical, organised and detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving and prioritisation abilities.
• Self-motivated and works well independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and support accounts payable activities.
• Raise customer invoices and support accounts receivable functions.
• Process procurement orders and maintain records.
• Allocate and post daily bank receipts and payments.
• Perform vendor and customer account reconciliations.
• Follow up outstanding balances and resolve queries.
• Assist with reporting, financial analysis and process improvement.
• Maintain accurate financial records and compliance with procedures.

Skills

Excel

Analytical

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Team player

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Build Your Accounting Career with a Supportive and Growing Finance Team

Do you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, and delivering accurate financial outcomes? Are you looking for a role where you can continue developing your accounting skills while working within a supportive and experienced finance team?

Challenger Services Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Officer to join our Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable professional looking to further develop their accounting expertise within a growing national organisation.

You'll gain exposure to a broad range of accounting functions while working closely with Finance, Operations, suppliers, and customers to support the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Accounts Officer, you'll be responsible for:

• Processing supplier invoices and supporting accounts payable activities.
• Raising customer invoices and supporting accounts receivable functions.
• Processing procurement orders and maintaining accurate records.
• Allocating and posting daily bank receipts and payments.
• Performing vendor and customer account reconciliations.
• Following up outstanding customer balances and resolving account queries.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers regarding financial matters.
• Assisting with reporting, financial analysis, and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with company procedures.

About You

You’ll be someone who:

• Has 5+ years' experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or a similar accounting role.
• Possesses strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Has experience working with ERP or accounting systems.
• Is analytical, organised, and detail-oriented.
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Enjoys problem-solving and finding practical solutions.
• Is self‑motivated and able to manage competing priorities.
• Works well independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Is eager to continue learning and developing their accounting career.

Why Join Challenger?

At Challenger, we believe our people are our greatest strength. When you join us, you'll enjoy:

• Full training and ongoing professional development.
• Exposure to a broad range of accounting functions.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing national business.
• A supportive and collaborative finance team.
• Modern office conveniently located close to Central Station.
• Early access to your wages through our wage access app.
• Employee discounts with Woolworths, Amazon, and many other leading retailers.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential wellbeing support.
• A positive workplace culture where your contribution is recognised and valued.

About Challenger

Challenger Services Group is a leading national provider of cleaning, hospitality, security, and integrated facility services. With operations across Australia, we are committed to delivering exceptional service while creating rewarding career opportunities for our people.

We proudly support diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.