About Us:

MCA Engineering is a trusted leader in delivering innovative solutions and expert advice to the minerals and construction sectors across Australia. With a focus on excellence, we pride ourselves on building success through the experience, knowledge, and skills of our dedicated team. Our expertise spans mining, industrial, and construction sectors, where we’ve delivered a range of complex, challenging projects—big and small.

At MCA, we’re committed to safety, quality, environment and continual improvement, providing our clients with industry-leading services backed by a dedicated team of professionals.

The Role We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our Finance Department based in Thornton.  As part of a small and supportive finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day management of accounts across the business. We are looking for someone who is proactive, adaptable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

This position is initially offered as permanent part-time, working 3 days per week, with flexibility available for school hours across 5 days for the right candidate. As MCA Engineering continues to grow, the successful candidate must be willing and able to transition to increased hours, including full-time work, as operational demands and workload require.

Description of Role:

• Processing high-volume accounts transactions using Xero and SimPRO
• Managing accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, reconciliations, and follow-up of outstanding payments
• Track client purchase orders throughout projects & requesting updated purchase orders when needed
• Looking after job costings and financial data entry in Excel
• Sending customer statements and following up clients for end of month payments
• Liaising with customers and internal teams regarding invoices, deliveries, and account queries
• Managing incoming phone calls and general administrative support using the 3CX phone system
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the Finance team with ad hoc administration tasks as required

About you:

• Must have at least 3 years’ experience in a similar accounts receivable role.
• Experience in SimPRO
• Strong working knowledge of Xero
• Must have accurate data entry skills. As this is a finance role accuracy with numbers is a must.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Motivation, initiative and being a self-starter is a must as we are a busy team.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Able to work in a team environment and share workloads as the office is fast paced and ever changing.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical

What MCA Will Offer:

• A friendly team environment.
• Competitive hourly rate. Rate will depend on experience.
• Nice modern office with plenty of parking.
• Great management support.

To apply click on the “Apply Now” button or send your cover letter and resume to rec••••••••@mcagroup.com.au