Accounts Assistant

ABOUT MCM HOUSE

At MCM House, we are passionate about creating beautiful, modern furniture that captures the essence of the relaxed, coastal Australian lifestyle. Our designs are timeless, clean, and crafted with natural materials that reflect our commitment to quality and thoughtful craftsmanship.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our Finance team. Working closely with the Head of Finance, Financial Accountant and Finance Business Partner, you'll play a key role in managing a broad range of day-to-day financial operations while driving process improvements and AI initiatives that reduce manual work, improve accuracy and free up capacity for higher-value work.

RESPONSIBILTIES

Accounts Payable

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable function via newly implemented automated processing tool

• Review and improve AP workflows to maximise automation and refine GL account coding accuracy, ensuring accurate and timely processing

• Maintain supplier master data, resolve supplier queries and maintain positive supplier relationships

Accounts Receivable

• Manage customer deposit allocation processes and monitor outstanding receivables

• Sales order and payment query management and resolution

Banking

• Complete daily bank reconciliations

• Preparation of cashflow reporting to support business decision-making

• Reconciliation of merchant facilities and payment gateways

• Monitor cash receipts and investigate discrepancies

Month End

• Perform month-end balance sheet reconciliations

• Assist the Financial Accountant with month-end close activities

• Support audit preparation and financial reporting requirements

Systems Automation & AI

• Work closely with Technology partners to implement AI solutions across finance

• Identify opportunities to automate transactional processes, reconciliations, GL coding and exception reporting

• Assist with testing, implementation and continuous improvement of finance systems

Payroll

• Support fortnightly third-party payroll processing, including data preparation, checks, and query resolution

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting or Finance

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable or Accounts Officer position

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach

• Confidence working with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel

• A proactive mindset with an interest in systems, automation and AI

• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced retail environment

Experience with NetSuite, Traild, Zone&Co, Employment Hero and AI-enabled finance platforms will be highly regarded but is not essential.

WHY JOIN MCM HOUSE

• Join a high-growth Australian premium furniture brand

• Be part of building a modern, technology-enabled finance function

• Work directly with senior finance leaders and receive ongoing mentoring

• Develop valuable experience in AI, automation and finance transformation

• Clear career progression pathways with opportunities to advance into broader finance roles

• Collaborative, supportive and high-performing team culture