Senior Accounts Officer

5 days ago

Helensvale, Queensland, Australia Harmony Early Education Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Are you a hands-on Accounts professional who thrives in fast-paced environments?

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Accounts Officer to join our Corporate Finance Team and take full ownership of the Accounts function across our growing organisation. This is a full-time, five-day-per-week position based at our Corporate Support Office in Helensvale.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional who has strong systems knowledge and a drive to identify and implement process improvements, advanced Excel skills and proven experience leading financial processes and initiatives in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.

In this role, you will manage high-volume invoice and payment processing, maintain robust internal controls, drive efficiency, maintain strong supplier relationships, and support the Financial Controller with reporting and month-end close. You will also lead and mentor one direct report while playing a key role in improving processes across the finance function.

You will thrive in this role if you enjoy building and maintaining strong relationships both internally and with suppliers and have a passion for driving efficiency in finance operations.

Harmony Early Education is a contemporary, privately owned early learning provider who is passionate about serving our community with excellence and a unique difference. We're all about sparking the unique potential in every child, from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Our mission is to nurture and inspire each child to become their most authentic self and discover their boundless potential. We are more than just a team; we are a community passionate about making a difference in the early childhood education sector. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, offer 75% off childcare fees and the chance to be part of a meaningful journey, all within our innovative headquarters designed to inspire and elevate your work every day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead invoice processing and payment execution across the organisation
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies
  • Manage aged creditors, account reconciliations, and monthly reporting
  • Work closely with the Financial Controller and Accountant to complete month-end and year end close activities and assist with financial reporting.
  • Conduct regular debtor follow-ups with centres to ensure timely payments.
  • Identify workflow inefficiencies, propose solutions, and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
  • Provide coaching, guidance, and mentorship to the Accounts Officer

Key Deliverables

  • Accurate and timely financial transaction processing.
  • Reconciliations and month-end close completed efficiently and without error.
  • Debtor follow-ups documented and resolved promptly.
  • Evidence of contributions to process improvements and operational efficiencies.
  • Successful onboarding, training, and mentoring of other team members
  • Smooth implementation and adoption of new financial systems.

Skills And Experience

  • 5+ years in Accounts, including senior-level experience
  • Strong technical knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, cash flow, and financial systems
  • Advanced Excel skills, with strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
  • Experience in a multi-entity or high-volume environment
  • Proactive, solutions-focused, and detail-oriented
  • Excellent communication and vendor management skills

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