Senior Accounts Officer

Your diverse accounts experience is required for this innovative legal firm! Your new company Our client is an industry leader within the legal industry, seeking an experienced Accounts Officer to join their busy finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the financial records of the company, ensuring accurate and timely processing of customer payments, and providing support to the management team in making informed financial decisions. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will provide financial support, administrative, and any ad-hoc duties required within the financial team. The role is to provide the day-to-day management of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation and accounting support in a timely and efficient manner. Your duties will include, but are not limited to: Ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and collections from customers. Monitoring the financial performance of the company and providing regular reports to the management team. Following up on overdue payments and resolving billing and payment discrepancies. Managing the day-to-day financial operations of the company, including cash flow management and expense tracking. Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. Liaising with customers and other stakeholders as required. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this position, you will have experience in a similar role, in a fast-paced and busy professional environment. Additionally, you will have: Two plus years of relevant accounts payable and receivable experience working in both administration and accounting environments. A certificate in Finance & Accounting or equivalent education is desirable, but not essential. Experience of using the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel (Intermediate level) Strong verbal & written communication skills Strong time management and organisational skills Enthusiastic and highly motivated with a can-do attitude. High level of attention to detail, critical thinking with the ability to adapt quickly to change What you'll get in return In return, you will be a part of a well-established, leading Australian organisation, with a supportive and hard-working team. Our client is known for promoting staff internally and providing an ongoing development initiative for all employees. This will be a full-time permanent position, with a competitive salary package on offer. Parking is available on site, and possible work from home opportunities when required. If you love a diverse workload and a challenge, don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet all the mentioned criteria above, please click 'apply now' or to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume to ****** or call Moanna Yates, Business Director at Hays Accountancy and Finance on Ph: 0404 305 351. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position or interested in temporary assignments, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.2932671