Accounts & Payroll Assistant @ Construction Company
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Salary: $70k - $80k (Pending on Experience)
We're a dynamic, family-run group of construction businesses that move fast, think smart, and back our people.
If you're looking for a place where you can make a real impact, not just push paper, you've found it.
The Opportunity
We're seeking a sharp, reliable Accounts & Payroll Assistant to become the financial backbone of our BC and OTJ teams.
This isn't a data-entry role; it's a position of real ownership and precision.
Your mission?
Keep our books accurate, payroll seamless, and reporting airtight.
You'll make sure every dollar, docket, and payslip is exactly where it should be, giving our directors total confidence in the numbers.
Reports to: Head of Finance
Schedule: Monday–Friday, full-time
What You'll Own
Reconcile daily transactions and payments across both entities
Code invoices and bills correctly under the Chart of Accounts (labour, subcontractor, materials, etc.)
Maintain clean, accurate records across all ledgers in Xero
Assist with quarterly BAS preparation and ensure GST tracking is correct
Support superannuation payments and verify contribution accuracy
Payroll & Compliance
Lead weekly payroll processing for BC and OTJ crews
Cross-check hours worked using diaries, site texts, and Excel payroll registers
Maintain and update payroll records for compliance and internal reporting
Assist with remittances, super, and leave tracking
Operational Support
Monitor and manage the accounts inbox, routing invoices, receipts, and statements to the right folders
Help process supplier payments and chase missing paperwork where required
Maintain material registers and ensure orders align with job records
Provide light scheduling and data support to help BC stay on top of crew movements
Reporting & Oversight
Prepare accurate reconciliations and weekly financial summaries
Flag discrepancies early and help resolve issues before they escal...
Keep all accounting data structured, compliant, and audit-ready
You're the Right Fit If You
Take ownership – you don't just process tasks, you see what needs fixing and make it happen
Thrive on accuracy – you take pride in clean ledgers and balanced books
Stay organised – you can juggle payroll, invoices, and reconciliations without missing a beat
Communicate clearly – you work well with directors, trades, and suppliers alike
Think ahead – you spot problems before they happen and plan around them
Requirements
3+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounts, or payroll
Strong working knowledge of Xero (or willingness to learn fast)
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Strong Excel and reconciliation skills
Proven reliability and ability to self-manage workload
Bonus
Construction or trades industry experience
Familiarity with BAS, GST, and superannuation compliance
Understanding of payroll legislation and timesheet systems
Why Join Us?
Real Impact – your work directly drives how our business runs day-to-day
Growth Potential – career pathways across multiple companies within the group
Stability – full-time role in a trusted, long-standing construction business
Family Culture – you're valued here, loyalty and initiative are recognised
Autonomy – we hire smart people and trust them to get the job done
Ready to Take Ownership?
If you're detail-driven, dependable, and ready to take control of a role that truly matters, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and become a key part of Universal Group's growing success.