Finance And Payroll Officer

Recruitment; South Australia; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent part-time hours

Flexible start times

Attractive remuneration

Autonomy and variety

Supportive workplace

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Penfield Food Co is seeking an experienced Finance and Payroll Officer to manage day-to-day financial administration in a family‑owned SA manufacturing business. You will work autonomously within a small team and contribute to reporting and business improvements as the company grows.

You’ll handle accounts payable, payroll for ~14 staff, receivables, data entry and month-end tasks, with external accountant support. FMCG/manufacturing experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts, bookkeeping or a similar finance administration role.
• Confidence managing accounts payable, payroll and reconciliations.
• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Accounts payable: Processing invoices, supplier reconciliations and payments.
• Payroll: Weekly payroll for ~14 employees, timesheets, leave entitlements and records.
• Accounts receivable: Invoicing, customer accounts and payment enquiries.
• Financial administration: Data entry, bank reconciliations and month-end processes.
• Business reporting: Cost of goods, sales performance and other financial information.
• General office support: Phone enquiries and liaison with external accountant.

Skills

Accounts payable

Payroll

Reconciliations

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

MYOB AccountRight

Excel

Job description

Who's hiring?

Established in 1996, Penfield Food Co is a proudly South Australian, family‑owned food manufacturer with a passion for quality gourmet products. What began with traditional table olives and olive oil, inspired by the family's Greek heritage, has grown into an extensive range of Mediterranean‑inspired foods, including antipasto, marinated vegetables, tapenades, specialty vinegars and more.

Today, Penfield Food Co supplies retail and food service customers across Australia. With exciting plans for continued growth, the business remains true to its family values, commitment to quality and the people who have helped build its success.

So, what's the role?

We're looking for an experienced Finance and Payroll Officer to take ownership of the day‑to‑day financial administration that keeps Penfield Food Co running smoothly.

Working autonomously within a small, supportive team, you'll enjoy a varied role with the opportunity to contribute to reporting and business improvements as the company grows.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Accounts payable: Managing invoice processing, supplier reconciliations and preparing payments for approval.
• Payroll: Processing weekly payroll for approximately 14 employees, including timesheets, leave entitlements and employee records.
• Accounts receivable: Providing support with invoicing, customer accounts and payment enquiries, particularly on Fridays and during leave periods.
• Financial administration: Completing data entry, bank reconciliations, month‑end processes and maintaining accurate records in MYOB AccountRight.
• Business reporting: Preparing reports on cost of goods, sales performance and other financial information to support business decisions.
• General office support: Assisting with phone enquiries and administration, alongside providing information to the external accountant for financial reporting and compliance.

You’ll have the independence to manage your responsibilities, with support from an external accountant, bookkeeper and accounts receivable team member.

What are we looking for?

You're an experienced accounts professional who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys working independently and can be relied upon to keep things running smoothly. You're comfortable managing competing priorities and appreciate the collaborative, hands‑on nature of a family business.

You'll bring:

• Proven experience in accounts, bookkeeping or a similar finance administration role.
• Confidence managing accounts payable, payroll and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in MYOB AccountRight and Excel, with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously.
• A proactive, practical approach and friendly communication style.

Experience in FMCG or manufacturing, along with an interest in financial reporting and analysis, would be an advantage.

Formal qualifications aren't essential. We're looking for someone with the right experience, attitude and ability to become a valued member of the team.

What's in it for you?

This is a great opportunity to enjoy the stability of an established family business, with attractive remuneration, flexibility and the independence to manage your work.

• Permanent part‑time hours: Enjoy a consistent Tuesday to Friday schedule, working 25–28 hours per week.
• Flexible start times: Some flexibility to arrange your working hours around your commitments.
• Attractive remuneration: A competitive package that recognises your experience and contribution.
• Autonomy and variety: Take ownership of your responsibilities and enjoy a mix of accounts, payroll and reporting.
• A supportive workplace: Join a welcoming, established team where your contribution is valued.
• An exciting future: Be part of a successful local business with plans for continued growth.