Accounts and Payroll Officer
Alphacrucis College
Posted 17 hours ago
Job Title: Accounts and Payroll Officer
Location: Parramatta, NSW 2150
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent or Part-time 4 days/week
Salary: $70,000 FTE
Reports to: Senior Accountant
Organisation: Alphacrucis University College
Application Deadline: 22 September 2025
About Alphacrucis University College
Alphacrucis (AC) University College is a leading Christian higher education institution, committed to equipping Christian leaders to transform the world. With a strong focus on academic excellence, spiritual formation, and practical ministry, AC fosters a vibrant community where faith and learning intersect. As an accredited university college, we provide world-class education with a distinct Christian worldview.
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts and Payroll Officer to join our Finance Team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is vital in maintaining financial accuracy through payroll reconciliation, superannuation compliance, and monthly bookkeeping functions. You will work closely with the Senior Accountant to ensure the seamless delivery of financial operations that support the ongoing success of our academic and support services.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts:
Assist the Senior Accountant in daily finance operations
Support month-end close, including processing accruals and verifying expense completeness
Calculate and record amortisation, depreciation, and prepayments
Assist departments in reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies
Payroll:
Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts (e.g. PAYG, superannuation payable, payroll clearing)
Maintain accurate superannuation records in the payroll system
Follow up on bounced superannuation payments to ensure timely resolution
Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with superannuation obligations
General:
Provide ad hoc financial support as requested by management
Assist with continuous improvement of financial processes across the institution
About You
You are organised, accurate, and committed to high standards in financial operations. You thrive in a collaborative team environment and are comfortable working with both detail and deadlines. Most importantly, you are motivated to contribute to a Christian organisation with a meaningful mission.
Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications in Accounting or equivalent experience in bookkeeping, payroll, and accruals
At least 2–3 years of experience in a similar finance role
Sound understanding of accounting principles and superannuation compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
Experience entering journals and reconciling general ledger accounts
Skills & Competencies
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good understanding of payroll and superannuation legislation
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
A team player with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset
Personal Attributes
Commitment to the Christian mission and values of Alphacrucis University College
Professional, approachable, and reliable
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
Flexible and resilient, with a positive attitude toward change
Why Work at Alphacrucis?
Be part of a supportive and purpose-driven Christian workplace
Contribute to meaningful work that impacts students and communities
Enjoy professional development opportunities and a collaborative culture
Permanent full-time role with competitive salary
How to Apply
To apply, please submit the following documents to [email protected]:
Your CV
A brief cover letter addressing the key selection criteria
A short statement of faith outlining your alignment with the Christian mission of Alphacrucis University College
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applications close Monday, 22 September 2025.
About Alphacrucis College
What makes us unique?
Transformative Learning
At AC we want to create an environment for excellence in learning. Our highly qualified and experienced faculty provides quality teaching that consistently achieves excellent feedback from students. They combine specialist knowledge with practical insight and open conversation. This produces an inspiring and innovative classroom experience with solid content.
We advocate a holistic approach to education through active learning. Our education is not about transferring information. It is about meeting students where they are at and building their understanding. This includes providing students with a critical knowledge of subjects; skills in problem-solving; people skills and conflict negotiation through group work; and, the ability to effectively communicate to a large range of audiences.
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