About the role
A Junior Accounts Executive role handling day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including invoice verification, payment processing, bank reconciliations, and accounting record maintenance using Xero.
Key responsibilities
- Handle day-to-day Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions.
- Verify supplier invoices against supporting documents and obtain the necessary approvals.
- Prepare payment vouchers and online bank payments for approval.
- Process and check staff claims and reimbursements with proper supporting documents.
- Issue customer invoices, credit notes and record incoming receipts.
- Perform bank reconciliations and update bank balances.
- Record and maintain accounting transactions accurately in Xero.
- Ensure Xero entries are supported by appropriate invoices, receipts and relevant documentation.
- Assist with month-end closing, journal entries and account schedules.
- Assist with intercompany reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules.
About you
- Diploma or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
- Basic understanding of accounting principal would be advantage.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with Xero accounting software is an advantage but not essential; training can be provided.
- Good documentation and electronic filing discipline.
- Detail-oriented, organised and able to meet deadlines.
- Responsible, proactive and willing to learn.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.