Job Overview
* VPS4 Grading - Starting at $112,492-$128,900 + super
* Located in either Port Melbourne or Geelong with WFH Flexibility provided
* Fixed Contract role until 26 February 2027 with possibility of extension.
* 38 hours per week
About the Role
Our client is a well known Victorian State Government agency. They are currently seeking an experienced Accountant to come in and work from their North Melbourne OR Geelong offices on a fixed term contract role until 26th February 2027 with possibility for extension.
Qualifications
* CPA / CA Qualified, or currently pursuing certification
* TechOne system experience, with functional and / or technical expertise in CI Anywhere upgrades (Highly desirable)
* Experience in Accounts Receivable and Accounts payable functions
Key Responsibilities
* Invoicing and Collections: Manage the full invoicing cycle: Generate, distribute, and ensure accurate and timely invoices, addressing customer inquiries and disputes. Manage accounts receivable: Process payments, prepare and review ageing reports, and actively follow up on overdue invoices to resolve payment issues. Revenue reporting and compliance: Prepare key revenue reports (e.g., monthly variance, Port Fee reconciliation) and ensure compliance with tariffs, legislation, and company policies.
* Financial Accounting: General Ledger and tax compliance: Prepare accurate and timely General Ledger account reconciliations and manage the preparation and lodgement of monthly tax returns (BAS, NTER).
* Systems Administration: Manage finance system administration: Maintain the Technology One finance system, including user access, training, issue resolution, and support for system migrations (e.g., to CI Anywhere).
* Team / Department: Process improvement and compliance: Actively identify and contribute to improvements in work methods, processes, and the development of Finance policies and procedures for continuous improvement and compliance.
* Accounts Payable (back up): Provide backup support: Maintain the ability to learn and provide relief or support for the Accounts Payable function as required.
* OH&S and Environment: Safety and environmental compliance: Understand and comply with all health, safety, environment, and risk management policies, including participating in related training and reporting hazards / incidents.
About You
You will be a CPA or ICAA qualified Accountant with proven experience and reliability in previous positions.
Desired Skills & Experience
* Accounting qualification including membership of CPA or ICAA or relevant experience
* Experience with Technology One finance system
* Finance System transition experience.
* Experience in, or ability to learn, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
* Highly developed oral and written communication, interpersonal and liaison skills, and proven success in delivering outcomes for clients
What's in it for you?
* Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
* 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
* Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
* Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services
If this is of interest, please send your CV along with a cover letter to
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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