Part Time Accounts Officer | Eastern Suburbs

FutureYou; Sydney; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

FutureYou is helping a reputable client in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs fill a permanent part-time Accounts Officer role. You will support the day-to-day accounts function, focusing on accounts receivable, invoicing and reconciliations.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will maintain accurate records, manage debtor processes, assist with month-end and provide timely financial reporting. The role suits detail-oriented professionals seeking steady part-time work within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in Accounts Officer or Accounts Receivable.
• Strong knowledge of accounts receivable, debtor management and reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial transactions.
• Strong written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting ERP systems.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A proactive, accountable and solutions-focused approach to work.
• Ability to work independently in a collaborative team.
• Experience with finance system implementations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and manage accounts receivable.
• Invoicing, billing, receipting and debtor management.
• Monitor overdue payments and coordinate payment plans.
• Prepare monthly AR reports and assist with month-end.
• Support accounts payable and general finance admin duties.
• Assist with process improvements and system updates.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Debtor management

Bank reconciliations

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Time management

ERP systems

Process improvement

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Part Time Accounts Officer | Eastern Suburbs

Join a supportive and collaborative finance team

Permanent part-time opportunity with a stable organisation

Convenient location with easy access to public transport and parking

Accounts Officer – Permanent Part-Time

• Join a supportive and collaborative finance team
• Permanent part-time opportunity with a stable organisation
• Convenient location with easy access to public transport and parking

About the Client

Our client is an established and reputable organisation with a strong focus on its people, workplace culture and long-term employee relationships. They are seeking a capable and detail-oriented Accounts Officer to join their finance team and support the smooth day-to-day operation of the accounts function.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts receivable and providing efficient support across the finance function.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Managing accounts receivable, including invoicing, billing, receipting and debtor management.
• Monitoring outstanding accounts, following up overdue payments and coordinating payment plans where required.
• Processing customer payments, credits, refunds and account adjustments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Performing bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Monitoring aged debtors and preparing regular accounts receivable reports.
• Assisting with month-end processes, reporting and the calculation of bad debt provisions.
• Responding to account enquiries and maintaining professional relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Supporting accounts payable and other general finance administration duties as required.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and assisting with finance system updates and implementations.
• Providing general support to the wider finance team to ensure the efficient operation of the accounts function.

Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• At least 3–5 years' experience in an Accounts Officer or Accounts Receivable position.
• Strong knowledge of accounts receivable, debtor management, reconciliations and general bookkeeping principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when processing financial transactions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with a range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and confidence working with accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
• A proactive, accountable and solutions-focused approach to work.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with finance system implementations or process improvement initiatives will be highly regarded.

If this sounds like you, we welcome your application and look forward to discussing the position with you further.