Fantastic career step – work with one of the best leaders in the industry! Own the AP function | Super modern offices at Alexandria Supportive team environment | $70-$75k super Are you an Accounts professional with a passion for AP & project management? Are you keen to embed yourself into a new niche, and very exciting industry that is critical to the economy? Do you want to work with a down-to-earth leader and collaborative team who encourage plenty of laughs along the way? Based in modern Alexandria offices, this business is an emerging leader in the global aviation consulting sector. Sounds dry, but trust me when I say, it’s far from it! Led by an ambitious and entrepreneurial team, who have harnessed a hardworking and energetic team of go-getters, they’re poised for growth and are accelerating towards business excellence. However, the best is yet to come! With an extremely capable new Finance Manager at their helm, they now require a a super skilled and laser-focus Accounts & Finance Officer to manage all AP and AR for their global accounts, across a multitude of projects. This role is being offered on a full time basis, 9am-5pm. So what’s involved? Aviation isn’t known for its ‘cruisy’ pace, so trust us when we say it’s all systems go! It’s an exciting industry and you’ll never find yourself clock watching or in need of something to do! They’re a great bunch and definitely have that close-knit feel. The work you’ll be taking on is extremely meaningful and ensures the smooth sailing of large scale projects including those relating to Australian defence, political matters, US officials, celebrities and dignitaries. It’s an extremely important role to keep the wheels in motion each week… Utilising Xero to process a high volume of invoices from Australian and international suppliers as well as third party contractors on a weekly basis – attention to detail is key. Setting up the payment files for processing (2 runs per week) – either processing directly after approved, or ensuring it’s accurate for the Finance Manager to pay at end of week. Process payments and reconciliations with accuracy and efficiency. Maintain supplier relationships and respond to queries in a timely, professional manner. Excellent english communication skills are required. Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting standards. Support month-end closing and assist the Finance Manager with financial reporting tasks. Collaborate with team members to drive continuous improvement in accounts payable processes. General accounts admin, including attaching and accurate filing of all documentation in Xero. What will see you succeed in this role? SUPER sharp accounting and finance skills, coupled with a fantastic customer-service mindset and positive attitude. You love working ‘in the detail’ and when a problem arises, you put on your detective hat to solve the mystery – nothing gets past you! You’re fast around the keyboard and are very confident with Xero. They also use Asana for their project management but are happy to train if necessary. On top of that, you thrive working in an environment where everything can feel like it’s urgent – never a boring day around their office! Your ability to stay laser-focused is second to none. Given the nature of the work, our client is seeking someone with exceptional communication skills as you will be conversing with senior officials and external stakeholders on a weekly basis. In return for your hard work, you’ll be taken in by a wonderful team who work together to achieve big goals. You’ll definitely be able to make friends along the way – this is a place for someone who wants to find their long-term ‘work home’. We’re working to place a fantastic candidate ASAP, so if this sounds like it could be you – apply NOW!
