
Payroll Officer
1 week ago
The Role
We are seeking a highly capable Payroll Officer / Accountant to join our Finance team as we prepare to open our Gold Coast office in October 2025.
This is a key finance role working across multiple entities within a dynamic hospitality and property investment group. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of accounts payable, payroll, compliance, and reporting functions while partnering closely with the Finance Manager.
About Us
Anthony Moreton Group is a boutique property finance, development, and investment company, established in 2001. Alongside our hospitality arm, Moreton Hospitality, our diverse portfolio spans award-winning venues across South-East Queensland, including hotels, restaurants, and bottle shops.
We pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions, exceptional service, and a culture built on collaboration, professionalism, and growth. Joining our team means being part of a fast-paced, forward-thinking organisation with exciting projects underway.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Oversee the full Accounts Payable process while maintaining strong supplier relationship
- Process weekly payroll and ensure compliance with superannuation and payroll tax obligations.
- Assist with month-end accounting and reporting across multiple entities.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date Fixed Asset Registers.
- Prepare and lodge BAS/IAS returns and other statutory reporting.
- Compile and analyse labour data for weekly/monthly reporting.
- Generate daily and weekly performance data to support financial insights.
- Provide ad-hoc support for industry-specific reporting (e.g. stock, beverage, and food sales).
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- Strong technical and practical knowledge of accounting standards and principles.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the team.
- Familiarity with Xero, Lightyear and FoundU (preferred but not essential).
- Previous hospitality or multi-entity accounting experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
- A proactive, solution-focused approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Experience preparing business insights and recommendations to support operational decision-making.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Fresh, modern Gold Coast office in prime location from October 2025.
- Staff discounts across our award-winning hospitality venues in Gold Coast & Stradbroke Island.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities within a dynamic and expanding group.
- Supportive team culture that values initiative and collaboration.
Please note:
- Initial training and onboarding will be held in Brisbane CBD for approximately one month.
- From October, the role will be based in our Gold Coast office.
- There is the possibility of part-time/pro-rata arrangements during the Brisbane training period, transitioning to full-time when the Gold Coast office opens.
How to Apply
If you're a proactive finance professional looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your application, including your resume and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Shortlisting will commence immediately.
Anthony Moreton Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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