Accounts Payable Officer

Martian Logic Pty; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 78,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to 18,550

Hybrid work options

Career development

Cultural inclusion

Employee networks

Job summary

Benevolent Society is seeking an Accounts Payable Officer to join our team. This pivotal role processes high volumes of invoices, maintains creditor accounts, and delivers excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.

You'll work across system-based and manual processes, using Excel extensively, and apply accounting principles to support quality financial outcomes. We offer hybrid work options and competitive benefits including salary packaging.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume accounts payable processing.
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas, XLOOKUP, pivot tables).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach to issues.
• Excellent communication with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Experience with finance systems; Dynamics 365 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of invoices and claims with accuracy.
• Use advanced Excel to support reporting and reconciliation.
• Deliver outstanding service to suppliers and stakeholders.
• Apply accounting principles and chart of accounts to support outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to policies and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Proactive

Communication skills

Dynamics 365

Organisational skills

Accounting qualifications

Education

Accounting/Finance qualification

Tools

Dynamics 365

Job description

• Permanent full-time position based on Gadigal Country in Glebe
• $78k - $80k + Super + Up to $18,550 in Salary Packaging
• Enjoy hybrid working options & NFP benefits!

Who We Are

At Benevolent, we believe every person deserves to live life on their own terms, with dignity, respect and a sense of belonging. For over two centuries, as Australia's first charity, this belief has shaped who we are and how we work.

As a not-for-profit, independent and non-religious organisation, we are a practice-led organisation, our work is grounded in evidence and strengths-based approaches that place people at the centre of everything we do. We walk alongside individuals, families and communities, upholding rights, amplifying voices and advocating for safer, more inclusive systems where people can thrive.

About your role

Are you an Accounts Payable Officer with a strong work ethic, and drive for quality? This might be the role for you!

AP Officer, you'll play a key role in supporting the efficient operation of the AP function by processing high volumes of invoices and claims, maintaining creditor accounts, and delivering excellent service to internal and external stakeholders. You'll be confident using Excel and comfortable working across both system-based and manual processes, bringing a proactive, can-do approach to your role.

Duties:

• Process a high volume of invoices and claims accurately and efficiently, ensuring all documentation, approvals, and procurement requirements are met.
• Utilise advanced Excel functions, including formulas, XLOOKUPs and pivot tables, to support reporting and reconciliation activities.
• Provide outstanding customer service by responding to supplier and stakeholder enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Apply your understanding of accounting principles, chart of accounts structures, and financial processes to support quality outcomes.
• Champion adherence to policies and procedures while contributing to process improvements and financial best practice across the organisation.

We support our people to live their best lives, with benefits that support your wellbeing, growth and lifestyle. Here are some of the key benefits, and we'd love to tell you more.

• Salary Packaging & Perks - Maximise your take-home pay with up to $18,550 in salary packaging including entertainment and vehicle packaging options to suit your lifestyle, corporate rates/discount with selected partners.
• Flexibility & Wellbeing - Enjoy hybrid work options, monthly ADOs (12 extra days off per year for full time staff), Fitness Passport access, EAP support, and the option to purchase additional leave.
• Recognition & Growth - Competitive pay, Benevolent You Make a Difference recognition program, service rewards, long service leave after 5 years, supportive performance and career check in’s and tailored professional development opportunities.
• Cultural Inclusion - Dedicated cultural leave and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees, including leadership pathways and networking groups.
• Employee Networks - Connect through our diverse, employee-led networks that celebrate diversity and foster connection and allyship across shared experiences and identities.

Your skills and experience

We want you to be successful in your new role! This means you'll have:

• Demonstrated experience in Accounts Payable, with a strong track record managing high-volume invoice processing.
• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, XLOOKUPs, and pivot tables.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to identify and resolve issues.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with suppliers and stakeholders across the business.
• Experience working with finance systems; Dynamics 365 experience will be highly regarded.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Relevant qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field, and/or equivalent industry experience.

Ready to make a difference?

Feel free to reach out Saiesha, on 02 8262 3568 for a friendly, confidential discussion.

* This role is referred to as Accounts Officer internally*

This role aligns with the capability requirements of Individual Contributor. Please see the Capability Framework attached to this advert to discover essential skills, values and behaviours required at this level.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

At Benevolent we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and to providing a culturally safe workplace for all. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, including LGBTIQA+, neurodivergent and people with disabilities, and those from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, to strengthen our ability to deliver inclusive and responsive services to the communities we support.

Accounts Payable Officer

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CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs Sydney Australia - NSW