Accounts Payable Officer

AARNet (Australia's Academic and Research Network); Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

24 weeks parental leave

16 weeks secondary carer leave

Wellness leave (2 days/mo)

Job summary

AARNet, Australia's Academic and Research Network, is seeking an Accounts Payable Officer to support expenditure management. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, you will handle supplier management, invoice processing, and payment preparation in a dynamic finance team.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in AP, solid ERP experience (TechnologyOne welcome), and strong Excel skills, with keen attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience within an accounts payable function.
• Experience processing invoices, payments and reconciliations.
• ERP systems experience; TechnologyOne is highly regarded.
• Intermediate Excel/MS Office skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and manage tasks independently.
• Telecommunications/Technology/asset-intensive industry experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage a sub-section of the accounts payable ledger.
• Accounts Payable Inbox management.
• Maintain suppliers, onboarding and ABN, GST checks.
• Process supplier invoices with three-way matching and coding.
• Obtain approvals and schedule payments.
• Handle foreign currency purchases and supplier queries.
• Assist month end, year end and audit tasks.

Skills

Invoice processing

ERP systems

TechnologyOne

Excel / MS Office

Attention to detail

Time management

Prioritisation

Tools

TechnologyOne

Job description

About AARNet

Australia’s Academic and Research Network (AARNet), founded in 1989, has played a pivotal role in shaping Australia’s digital landscape as the pioneers of the country’s Internet. Our mission extends beyond mere connectivity; we are the architects, builders, and operators of a world-class network infrastructure that fuels critical research and learning. At AARNet, innovation thrives within a vibrant community.

About AARNet

Australia’s Academic and Research Network (AARNet), founded in 1989, has played a pivotal role in shaping Australia’s digital landscape as the pioneers of the country’s Internet. Our mission extends beyond mere connectivity; we are the architects, builders, and operators of a world-class network infrastructure that fuels critical research and learning. At AARNet, innovation thrives within a vibrant community.

The Role: Accounts Payable Officer

The Accounts Payable Officer supports the accurate and efficient management of the expenditure across the organisation. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, the role is responsible for a broad range of accounts payable activities including supplier management, invoice processing and payment preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a sub-section of the accounts payable ledger, including:


• Accounts Payable Inbox Management.


• Maintaining Suppliers, including onboarding new Suppliers and verifying ABN, GST and bank details.


• Processing supplier invoices, including three-way matching, coding and discrepancy resolution


• Obtaining appropriate levels of approval.


• Scheduling invoices for payment and ensuring payments are fully approved by management.


• Foreign Currency purchases.


• Receive and resolve queries from suppliers and/or staff, including reconciliation of statements.


• Assist other finance team members of the department as and when required, including month end, year end and audit.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience within an accounts payable function.


• Demonstrated experience processing invoices, payments and reconciliations.


• Experience working with ERP systems; TechnologyOne experience would be highly regarded.


• Intermediate Excel/MS Office skills.


• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to prioritise, work to deadlines and mange tasks independently.


• Telecommunications, Technology or asset-intensive industry experience would be highly regarded.

Why Work at AARNet?

At AARNet, we’re passionate about advancing global education and critical research. Our Australia-wide network, with global reach, supports some of the most demanding network-based applications. If you’re looking for a purpose-driven workplace where you can make a difference, consider joining our team.

Make an impact: By working with us, you’ll directly contribute to critical research in fields like astronomy, physics, earth observation, environment, health, and medicine. Our mission matters, and we’re committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

Competitive Benefits And Conditions

• Superannuation: Enjoy a 17% superannuation contribution.


• Parental/Adoption Leave: We offer 24 weeks of paid parental leave and superannuation top‑up.


• Secondary Carer Leave: 16 weeks of paid parental leave for secondary caregivers.


• Wellness Leave: 2 days per month paid Women’s wellness leave.


• Family & Domestic Violence Leave: 20 days of paid leave.


• Other Supportive Leaves: Paid leave for various life events such as weddings, deaths, trauma, and disasters.


• Purchased Leave: Options to purchase additional Annual Leave.


• Flexible Work Options: We support work-life balance.


• Equal Opportunity Focus: We value diversity and inclusion.


• Social Responsibility and Ethics: We lead by example.


• Cutting‑Edge Technologies: Access to work with the latest industry technology.