Accounting & Accounts Payable Assistant — Melbourne, Melbourne Region

Expired

  In this role you will be responsible for providing financial accounting and accounts payable support to internal and external stakeholders of CPA Australia. Responsibilities will include month-end and accounts payable processing, balance sheet reconciliations and audit support. The key outcomes for this role are the accurate and timely processing and maintenance of accounting records and accounts payable support.  Your key duties will include:  Prepare and process general ledger journals, including for international entities Manage month-end procedures and perform balance sheet reconciliations Complete bank reconciliations and oversee banking systems and payment gateways Provide audit support and carry out various ad-hoc finance tasks Process daily transactions including invoices and purchase orders in Exflow and D365 (Australia/NZ) Execute weekly payments across multiple jurisdictions (EFT, IMT, taxes, member refunds, etc.) Maintain purchase agreements and vendor records Respond to staff and supplier queries via shared inboxes and Teams Manage corporate credit card transactions and vendor onboarding  About You:  Qualification in Accounting or Bookkeeping (or currently studying) 3–5 years’ experience in finance roles, with a focus on accounts payable and bank reconciliations Familiarity with Microsoft D365 is highly desirable Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate level) Strong written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail and commitment to quality Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities  Why We Love Working at CPA Australia  At CPA Australia, we’re proud of our vibrant, values-led culture. We live by our core values: Create Opportunity , Pursue Excellence , and Achieve Together —and they shape everything we do.  Here’s what makes working here special:  Inclusive culture  – We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. People-first culture  – Work alongside passionate, like-minded professionals who strive to be their best. Hybrid flexibility  – Enjoy the balance of working from home and in the office (minimum two days onsite). Wellbeing matters  – Access health and wellbeing sessions, learning labs, and a generous reward and recognition program. Supportive benefits  – Paid parental, volunteer, and study leave, plus the option to purchase additional leave. Career growth  – Take advantage of learning and professional development opportunities. Global mindset – Be part of a truly international organisation with over 20 offices around the world. Incentives that reward you  – Participate in our annual incentive scheme. Fast-paced and purpose-driven  – Thrive in a dynamic environment where your work makes a difference to our members and the profession.  About Us: CPA Australia is Australia’s leading professional accounting body and one of the largest in the world. We have more than 173,000 members in over 100 countries and regions . Our core services include education, training, technical support and advocacy. CPA Australia provides thought leadership on local, national and international issues affecting the accounting profession and public interest. We engage with governments, regulators and industries to advocate policies that stimulate sustainable economic growth and have positive business and public outcomes.  We are values-based organisation underpinned by the  CPA Australia Way , which is our commitment to each other and a way of working. It is the foundation of our success, experienced and lived by our people, and felt by members.  How do I Apply?  Click Apply Now  to submit your application for this opportunity.  To learn more about CPA Australia and other opportunities, please visit our Careers page at https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/about-cpa-australia/work-with-us/careers Â