Standards Australia (SA) is the peak standards development organisation in Australia, with a rich history that dates back to 1922. We proudly employ over 200 professionals dedicated to helping shape Australia's future and enabling the safe and sustainable progress of Australian communities.
Our organisation brings experts together to create national and international standards that serve as essential guidelines for products and services, ultimately benefiting the Australian community. Our vision is to be the trusted voice that delivers confidence in a changing world.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable & Payroll Officer to join our Finance team on a 9-month fixed term contract covering maternity leave.
Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, this role plays an important part in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation. The primary focus will be managing end-to-end Accounts Receivable activities, while also reviewing and coordinating the accuracy of outsourced payroll processing.
You will be joining a collaborative finance team currently working through new systems and evolving processes, so the successful candidate will be comfortable learning quickly, asking questions, and supporting the team to ensure smooth BAU operations.
What you'll do
* Manage end-to-end Accounts Receivable processes, including invoicing, credit notes and receipting
* Perform bank and AR reconciliations and assist with aged debtor reviews
* Respond to internal and external invoice and payment queries
* Maintain accurate customer records within the ERP system
* Support the preparation of month-end journals and reconciliations
* Review and coordinate the accuracy of outsourced payroll processing
* Investigate and resolve payroll adjustments or discrepancies
* Work closely with the finance team to support process improvements and system adoption
About you
* 5+ years' experience in Quote-to-Receipt (Accounts Receivable) functions within a medium to large organisation
* Strong experience coordinating payroll processes, including calculating adjustments, managing complex employment conditions or variations, performing reconciliations, and applying relevant awards, legislation, and privacy principles
* Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Finance, Accounting or a related discipline (highly regarded)
* Experience contributing to finance-related process improvement initiatives
* Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail
* Strong organisational and stakeholder communication skills
Highly Desirable
* Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations
* Experience with Employment Hero payroll system
Standards Australia is proud to have been awarded the prestigious Employer of Choice Award for two consecutive years, 2023 and 2024. This recognition highlights our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace and fostering a culture of excellence. Our iCARE values form the basis of all we do - Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
We offer a range of People Perks that support flexibility, wellbeing, career growth, and recognition - helping you thrive at work and beyond.
What's next?
If Standards Australia sounds like the place for you, please submit your CV outlining your experience and suitability to this role. Eligible applicants must be Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or have legal rights to work in Australia. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 15 business days of their application.
At Standards Australia, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering a working environment that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We strive to create an organisation that genuinely reflects and respects the diversity of the communities we serve; putting people at the heart of all we do. We welcome applications from people of all cultural and linguistic groups, people of all ages and genders, people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. Should you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please contact recruitment@standards.org.au
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