Office is located in Virginia in a Modern Business Park Complex with a Cafe On-Site Parking & a 15-minute walk to both Bindha & Virginia Train stations Build a long-term career with a business that's going places Join a growing construction business where your payroll and accounts expertise will make a real impact. Smith & Co Recruitment is partnering with a well-established construction business looking for an experienced Accounts & Payroll Officer to become an integral part of their finance team. This isn't your typical transactional accounts role. You'll be involved across accounts payable, payroll, project billing, financial administration and process improvement while working alongside an experienced Group Accountant and leadership team. If you enjoy variety, thrive in a fast-paced environment and love bringing order to busy operations, this could be the perfect next move. About the Business Our client is a leading Australian civil contractor delivering complex infrastructure projects across the renewable energy, transport, mining and utilities sectors. With a reputation for quality, safety and technical excellence, they partner with Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors to deliver critical infrastructure projects nationwide. As the business continues to grow and invest in its people and systems, this is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team with genuine long-term career prospects. The Opportunity As the Accounts & Payroll Officer, you'll play a key role in keeping the finance function running smoothly. From ensuring suppliers are paid on time to processing payroll accurately and supporting project billing, you'll become an essential part of a high-performing finance team. Key Responsibilities: Accounts Payable Process supplier invoices, subcontractor claims and creditor payment runs. Reconcile supplier statements and maintain supplier and subcontractor records. Manage retention schedules and payment administration. Payroll Process weekly and fortnightly payroll accurately and on time. Maintain employee records, onboarding documentation, leave entitlements and statutory obligations. Support payroll compliance, including superannuation, payroll tax and multi-state requirements. Accounts Receivable & Finance Administration Raise debtor invoices, progress claims and support project billing. Perform bank reconciliations, monitor outstanding debtors and assist with month-end processing. Maintain accurate financial records and documentation across the business. Systems & Process Improvement Support the implementation and ongoing use of Sage ERP and Employment Hero. Document finance procedures while maintaining data integrity across systems. Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and efficiencies. About You You'll be someone who enjoys working behind the scenes to keep everything running like clockwork. You're organised, detail-focused and take pride in producing accurate work, even when juggling multiple priorities. You'll also bring: Minimum 3 years' experience in Accounts Payable and Payroll Experience processing end-to-end payroll Previous experience within construction, contracting or project-based industries (highly regarded) Experience using accounting software or ERP systems Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills Ability to prioritise competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach Experience with Sage ERP, Employment Hero or multi-entity businesses will be highly regarded Exposure to payroll tax, Modern Awards or subcontractor administration is advantageous Why Apply? Stable full-time opportunity with a growing construction business Diverse role across Accounts Payable, Payroll and Finance Administration Work closely with an experienced Group Accountant and leadership team Opportunity to contribute to finance system improvements and Sage implementation Supportive, collaborative team with genuine long-term career opportunities Be part of a business delivering exciting construction projects across multiple entities Apply Now If you're looking for a role where your payroll and finance expertise will genuinely make an impact—and where no two days are exactly the same—we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out to Mitch from Smith & Co Recruitment for a confidential discussion. Why Choose Smith & Co? We're not about ticking boxes—we're about building careers and growing businesses. At Smith & Co, we combine industry expertise with a genuine, people-first approach to create lasting matches. Expect honest communication, a streamlined recruitment process, and a team that's invested in your success.
