Office Manager - Accounts Receivable & Administration

About the role

An established, privately owned distribution business based in Coopers Plains is looking for an experienced Office Manager. The role combines accounts receivable with office administration, HR support and business improvement projects, and involves supporting an Accounts Assistant in a close-knit team. It is an on-site position with parking available.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee accounts receivable, including customer receipts, payment allocations, reconciliations and aged debtor reporting.
• Manage customer account queries, credit applications and overdue balances, keeping records accurate and up to date.
• Supervise and support the Accounts Assistant, helping prioritise work and maintain accuracy.
• Coordinate day-to-day office administration and take ownership of ad hoc projects and process improvements.
• Support HR administration, including onboarding, employee records, policies and documentation.
• Coordinate WHS, insurance and workers' compensation administration, seeking specialist guidance where needed.
• Work alongside the accounts team and support accounts payable when required.

Required profile

• Experience as an Office Manager, Accounts & Administration Manager or a senior AR professional who has taken on broader responsibilities.
• Strong accounts receivable experience across reconciliations, payment allocations, debtor management and customer accounts.
• Broad office administration skills and a practical understanding of accounts payable.
• Clear communication skills and a friendly, professional approach with customers and colleagues.
• Strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities independently.
• A proactive, dependable attitude and willingness to learn new processes, including HR and WHS administration.
• Experience in distribution, manufacturing, construction or a similarly hands-on business is beneficial.
• No formal accounting qualification or specialist HR background is required.

Required skills

• Accounts receivable and accounts payable administration
• Bank reconciliations and debtor management
• Confident use of accounting systems and Excel
• ACCPAC or Sage experience is an advantage but not essential

What we offer

• Salary of 90,000 to 100,000 AUD per year.
• Choice of a four-day week with Fridays off or a five-day arrangement, with flexible start and finish times.

Candidates apply through Robert Half by submitting their CV.