Working for BEST:
As an employee of BEST, you can become part of our community-focused culture and contribute to the diversity of our company. Due to our status as a not for profit, public benevolent institution, we have the ability to offer our staff optional salary sacrifice arrangements. In addition to Above Award wages, we provide our valued employees with additional employee benefits including:
• Optional flexitime arrangements (full-time employees)
• Optional 9-day fortnight arrangements (full-time employees)
• Learning and development opportunities, including optional traineeship arrangements
• Anniversary Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Discounts on gift cards and other purchases
• Employee Wellbeing Program; and
• Employee Assistance Program
About the Role:
This is a permanent, full-time position (Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week) based at our Inverell site.
The Accounts Assistant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes. This role involves supporting accounts functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organisation.
Key Result Area 1: Accounts Administration
Objectives:
• Ensure prompt investigation and response to stakeholder enquiries regarding accounts, invoicing, and payments, and provide support as needed.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of claims and invoices to maximise cash flow and revenue for the organisation.
• Provide all BEST staff, suppliers and customers with a high level of customer service.
• Assist with end of month processes including bank reconciliations and end of year processes.
• Correctly identify and resolve accounts errors or discrepancies.
Key Result Area 2: Record Management
Objectives:
• Prepare invoices for payment authorisation, ensuring all invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure all supplier payments are made by their due date, and in accordance with supplier instructions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and conduct regular reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial transactions.
• Effectively maintain high standards of accuracy in documenting services provided, ensuring that all services are appropriately documented and supported by relevant evidence.
Key Result Area 3: Compliance & Reporting
Objectives:
• Accurately record, maintain and file finance related data, invoices and other documentation.
• Establish and maintain effectively organised filing systems for accounting systems, both physical and digital.
• Abide by approved internal communication protocols, as well as relevant state and federal legislation, codes of conduct, service guarantees, and privacy undertakings.
• Stay informed about tax laws, labour regulations, and financial compliance standards to ensure adherence.
About You:
Skills, Experience and Attributes:
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to multitask.
• High level attention to detail.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience in accounts processing using a computerised accounting system.
• Sound computing skills and knowledge of financial reporting packages (MYOB, Attache).
• Up to date and practical knowledge of relevant legislation and rulings that relate to Company operations.
• Previous experience in financial administration or equivalent role.
Qualifications, Licenses and Checks:
• Relevant qualification in Administration or Finance desired, but not essential.
• Current Drivers Licence (Class C or above).
• Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
How to Apply:
Click “Apply Now” and follow the instructions to upload the following TWO items:
• Current resume- please include at least two (2) contactable work referees.
• Written OR video cover letter- please give us a brief overview of your previous relevant experience and include how your skills are relevant to this role.
You are welcome here. At BEST, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that proudly welcomes people from all backgrounds, including people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people from the LGBTQI+ community, and Indigenous Australians to our team.
We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations, please let us know in your application or via email to hr@best.com.au.
For further information or to have a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity with BEST, please contact:
Emilly Page (HR Advisor): hr@best.com.au
Applications close 17 March 2026 at 11.59pm
Apply now, don’t delay as we will be proceeding to interviews
