Transaction Accounts Officer

4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Sharp & Carter Accounting Clerical Full time
  • Permanent full-time role with great flexibility — work from home up to 3 days a week after training.
  • Supportive, collaborative finance team that genuinely invests in your growth and work–life balance.
  • Access to generous salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.

Step into a dynamic finance role where accuracy, efficiency, and great stakeholder relationships are at the heart of what you do. As a Transactions Officer, you'll play a key part in keeping day-to-day finance operations running smoothly while supporting teams right across the organisation. If you enjoy variety, problem-solving and owning your work, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact.

About the Role

Reporting to the Transactions Team Leader, this role delivers essential accounting and administrative support. You'll be trusted to process payments, maintain accurate financial data, manage internal and external enquiries, and assist with key reporting and audit activities. Every day brings new tasks, new interactions, and new opportunities to contribute.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

  • Take ownership of the shared AP inbox and keep workflows moving
  • Process supplier invoices, staff reimbursements and corporate card expenses with accuracy
  • Manage weekly EFT, BPAY and cheque payments and refunds
  • Validate and post journals in the accounting system
  • Chase outstanding invoices and approvals to keep processes on track
  • Respond promptly to AP enquiries from staff, vendors and stakeholders
  • Build strong, positive working relationships with suppliers and internal teams

Accounts Receivable

  • Raise tax invoices on time and in line with requirements
  • Conduct monthly debtor follow-ups to support cashflow
  • Create and maintain accurate customer records

General Accounting & Administration

  • Assist with audit queries and support during year-end and special audits
  • Keep all administrative tasks up to date — filing, record keeping, forms, correspondence
  • Collect and input data for internal and external reporting
  • Produce weekly and monthly reports as required
  • Support the broader finance team with additional duties as needed
  • Participate in mandatory training and ongoing development

About You You'll succeed in this role if you bring:

  • Excellent attention to detail and strong accuracy
  • A reliable, proactive working style with great follow-through
  • Clear, confident communication skills
  • The ability to work independently but collaborate effectively within a team
  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgement
  • Experience with computerised accounting software (advantageous but not essential)

What You'll Enjoy

  • A supportive, values-driven finance team
  • A role with real variety — no two days are the same
  • The chance to sharpen your accounting skills and grow professionally
  • A workplace that values collaboration, integrity and high-quality outcomes
  • Flexibility to work at home after training
  • Salary packaging benefits

Ideal Attributes

  • Collaborative and solutions-focused
  • Able to resolve issues constructively and professionally
  • Trusted, credible and committed to high standards
  • Motivated to achieve results and meet deadlines
  • Resilient and able to adapt to challenges
  • Safety-conscious and committed to best practice
  • Positive, engaging, and able to influence others in a meaningful way

How to Apply If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you.

Shortlisting will commence immediately — apply as soon as possible.

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