accounts officer (ap & ar).

• Paying $62-70ph + super
• Melbourne CBD location with WFH flexibility
• 3 month contract - potential of ongoing
• ASAP start requirement

About the Role

Our client are a VIC state government agency responsible for planning and developing the state’s renewable energy transmission network. They are currently seeking an Accounts Officer (AP & AR) to come in and join their team based in the Melbourne CBD on a 3 month contract with possible extensions.

Please note this position is an ASAP start requirement, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Candidates for this position will have:

• Extensive experience in both Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Experience with MS Dynamics system or similar (highly regarded)

As the Accounts officer you will manage daily financial transactions, processing incoming invoices and outgoing customer payments, ensuring accuracy through reconciliations, handling queries, and supporting month-end close, requiring strong data entry, communication, and attention to detail to maintain financial records and support stakeholders

Key responsibilities will include

• Accounts Payable Management: Processing supplier invoices, ensuring they are correctly authorised, entered into the system, and paid in a timely manner.
• Accounts Receivable Management: Generating customer invoices, managing outstanding debtor balances, and following up on payments to ensure timely receipt of funds.
• Bank and Account Reconciliations: Performing regular reconciliations of bank statements, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger accounts to ensure all records are accurate and complete.
• Financial Record Keeping: Accurately recording all financial transactions and maintaining comprehensive financial records in compliance with legal and internal policy requirements.
• Handling Queries and General Administration: Serving as a point of contact for internal staff, clients, and vendors regarding account-related queries, and providing general administrative support to the finance department.

About You

You will be an experienced Accounts Officer experienced in Accounts Payable and Receivable processing, with proven experience and reliability in previous roles.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Extensive experience in Accounts Payable and Receivable processing.
• Experience with MS Dynamics system (highly regarded)
• Organisational and Time Management Skills
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Abilities

What’s in it for you?
Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including:

• Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
• 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
• Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
• Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services

If this is of interest, please send your CV along with a cover letter to jack.coleman@randstad.com.au

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.