Accounts Payable Officer

Ivory Group; New South Wales; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Local Council in Inner Western Sydney is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Officer for a 2-month contract, with potential for permanent employment. The role involves processing creditor payments, managing superannuation, and working within a collaborative team. Civica Authority experience is mandatory. The position offers $40 - $42 per hour plus superannuation with work from home options available following the initial period.

Qualifications

• Civica Authority or Local Council experience is mandatory.
• Strong proven experience in an Accounts Payable role.

Responsibilities

• Processing of creditor payments and invoice checking.
• Managing superannuation and reconciliations.
• Matching and raising of purchase orders.

Skills

Civica Authority experience

Ability to read and raise purchase orders

Strong experience in Accounts Payable

Job description

Key Highlights

• Inner Western Local Council - WFH options available
• Civica Authority OR Local Council experience mandatory
• Excellent team culture experiencing growth

ABOUT THE COMPANY

A Local Council based in Inner Western Sydney is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to assist with the AP function of Council. Civica Authority or Local Council experience is mandatory. This role will be a standalone role and requires previous Government experience.

ABOUT THE POSITION

An initial 2‑month contract with opportunity for a permanent position. Working alongside a team of accounting professionals, you will report to the Financial Strategy and Operations Lead. The role will require your ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, bringing on‑board your strong foundation in AP. Guidance will be provided by your team as required.

DUTIES

• Processing of creditor payments, invoice checking & ensuring correct authorisations
• Managing superannuation
• Reconciliations
• Matching and raising of purchase orders

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Civica Authority or Local Council experience is mandatory
• Ability to read, interpret and raise purchase orders
• Strong proven experience in an Accounts Payable role

CULTURE

Due to the nature of the contract, you will be expected to attend the office full‑time. Your excellent communication and stakeholder interaction skills will play a critical part in the success of your role.

REMUNERATION & BENEFITS

• $40 - $42 p/h + Superannuation
• Opportunities for contract extension
• WFH options available after initial

HOW TO APPLY

Click "Apply for this job", or contact Selina Groll on [e-mail] for a confidential discussion.