Accountant

AMS client is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their Melbourne team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting finance, payroll, and business operations while contributing to the continued success and growth of the organisation.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this is a hands-on position offering a broad range of responsibilities across accounting, payroll, invoicing, accounts payable and receivable, trust accounting support, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and taking ownership of end-to-end financial processes.

As the Accountant, you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and the timely delivery of payroll, invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general financial administration activities.

Responsibilities

• Managing the accounts payable function, including invoice processing, reconciliations, credit cards, expenses, and EFT payments.

• Coordinating and processing end-to-end payroll, including superannuation, payroll tax, leave management, and compliance obligations.

• Managing invoicing processes, billing calculations, and client fee structures.

• Monitoring accounts receivable and following up outstanding payments.

• Assisting with month-end and year-end financial reporting and reconciliations.

• Supporting trust accounting activities and financial audits as required.

• Responding to finance-related queries from internal and external stakeholders.

• Assisting the CFO with ad hoc finance projects and business initiatives.

What Will Help You Succeed in This Role

• Degree qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Experience in a similar accounting and payroll position.

• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes.

• Knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, superannuation, payroll tax, GST, and employment obligations.

• Experience using Xero and Employment Hero.

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Experience within insurance, financial services, claims management, legal, or professional services environments will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements with technology provided.

• Two volunteer leave days per year to support community initiatives.

• Birthday leave.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you are looking for a broad and varied accounting role where you can make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.