Accounts Payable (12 - 15 hours)

Hays Recruitment

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Date posted: January 22, 2026

Closes: Feb 21, 2026


Flexible Accounts Payable role 12 - 15 hours per week, with long‑term growth opportunities in Cairns.

Your new company 
You will be joining a small, supportive and growing business operating across two service streams within construction and pool services. The team consists of four office-based staff who work closely together and value open communication, teamwork, and a positive work environment. The company provides specialist services across Cairns and surrounding communities, with approachable leaders who offer guidance and support.
Your new role 
This newly created role will support the business by taking ownership of accounts payable and assisting with broader finance tasks. The position is based in the Cairns office and offers approximately 12–15 hours per week, with full flexibility across three days. You will begin as a temporary employee, with the intention of the role transitioning to permanent.
In this role, you will find yourself carrying out duties including but not limited to:

  • Finalising accounts accurately and on time
  • Completing monthly reconciliations
  • Managing accounts payable processes
  • Supporting the owner with general finance administration
  • Assisting with system tasks using Xero and Simpro
  • Ensuring accurate data entry and documentation
  • Providing general accounts support as the business continues to grow
  • What you'll need to succeed 
    To be successful in this role, you will require the following:

  • Experience in accounts payable or similar
  • Experience using Xero and Simpro
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
  • Great communication and a team-focused mindset
  • Interest in growing into a broader accounts role over time
  • What you'll get in return 

  • A flexible 12–15 hour work week, part-time 
  • A supportive and approachable leader who provides guidance
  • A collaborative team environment with strong communication
  • The opportunity to transition to a permanent role
  • Long-term potential for the position to expand into overseeing all accounts
  • What you need to do now 
    If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ or for more information please contact Grace Dunn at Hays on 07 4049 2*** or email **********@hays.com.au If this job isn't quite right for you, though you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion and visit our website www.hays.com.au to review our current list of available positions.#2975338

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