Accounts Payable Officer

College; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

St Paul’s College, a Reception to Year 12 Catholic co-educational College in Adelaide, is seeking an Accounts Payable Officer. The role is a permanent/ongoing part-time position (0.56 FTE), offering 22.5–30 hours per week and annual salary range of $73,425–$78,445 pro-rata.

You will process accounts payable, manage creditor accounts, and provide high-quality financial administration services. Join a collaborative finance team supporting the day-to-day operations of a thriving school community.

Qualifications

• Highly organised and detail-oriented finance professional.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and timely.
• Manage creditor accounts, invoices, and payments.
• Maintain financial records in compliance with legislation and college requirements.
• Collaborate with Finance and Administration teams and provide responsive service.

Skills

Highly organised

Detail oriented

Finance administration

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.56 FTE)

Applications Close: 7 September 2026

Join a collaborative Finance Team supporting the day-to-day operations of a thriving school community.

Accounts Payable Officer

St Paul's College welcomes applications from highly organised and detail-oriented finance professionals who are committed to delivering accurate, responsive and professional financial administration services.

The Opportunity

• Permanent Staff Member
• ESO Grade 3, $73,425 – $78,445 per annum, pro-rata for part-time
• 22.5 -30 hrs per week (by negotiation), 45 weeks per year(0.56 – 0.75 FTE)
• Commence asap or by negotiation

The Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable transactions and the provision of high-quality financial administration support to the College. The role ensures the effective management of creditor accounts, invoice processing, payment administration and financial record keeping, while maintaining compliance with relevant legislative, audit and College requirements.

Working collaboratively with staff, suppliers and members of the Finance and Administration teams, the Accounts Payable Officer provides responsive customer service, supports the integrity of financial systems and processes, and contributes to the efficient operation of the College's finance function. The role also provides administration support across the broader Finance team, including assistance with Accounts Receivable and other operational priorities as required.

About St Paul’s College

St Paul’s College is a Reception to Year 12 Catholic co‑educational College in the Edmund Rice tradition, where every person feels a deep sense of belonging and is supported to achieve their personal best. We nurture confident, resilient and well‑rounded young people who contribute positively to the world around them, with purpose.

Founded in 1959 and governed by Edmund Rice Education Australia Colleges Ltd, St Paul’s College is inspired by the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice and shaped by our values of Faith, Relationships, Excellence and Diversity. We are an inclusive community committed to justice and solidarity. Each person is empowered to make a meaningful difference and play an active and positive role in the world around them.

Grounded in faith, with learning as our core focus, our exceptional staff work in genuine partnership with families and students to foster a community committed to the pursuit of personal excellence. We nurture a deep sense of belonging, where relationships are supportive and authentic. Every aspect of College life reflects our commitment to forming well-rounded graduates with purpose, who are leaders for a better future.

Applications for this position will close at 9:00 am Monday 7 September 2026

St Paul’s College is accepting and welcoming to all, fostering right relationships and commitment to the common good. This value is carried through to our recruitment processes as an equal opportunity employer. St Paul’s College promotes equality of opportunity for all and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates, including First Nations peoples.

Affiliation: Catholic

Teaching Level: Combined

Gender: Coed

• 1224 Students
• 95 TeachingStaff
• 65 Non-Teaching Staff