Accounts Payable Officer

Bayside Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 extra days off during Christmas

10 days sick leave

My Leave - flexible personal leave

Parental leave entitlements

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Annual skin checks & flu vaccinations

Job summary

Bayside Council in Sydney's southern gateway is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to join the Finance team on a 12-month parental leave cover. The role focuses on accurate processing of supplier invoices and credit notes, GST compliance, and delivering reliable payment processing.

You will verify invoices, prepare EFT payments, reconcile supplier statements, respond promptly to supplier enquiries, and mentor staff through Accounts Payable processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable.
• Good communication skills; ability to build relationships.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in processing invoices.

Responsibilities

• Verify and process supplier invoices and credit notes promptly and accurately.
• Prepare EFT payment runs and ensure funds are available.
• Reconcile statements and resolve issues before they affect payment.
• Respond promptly and professionally to suppliers; assist staff with AP processes.
• Suggest process improvements and test systems for smarter ways of working.
• Meet deadlines and own your work with minimal supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Accounts payable experience

Education

Higher School Certificate

Job description

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 12-month contract (parental leave cover)

Convenient Rockdale location, close to public transport

Salary Range:From $77,050 - $86,296 pa + 12% superannuation

Our team

Bayside Council is an exciting place to work, live and play. More than 160,000 people call Bayside home, and our location at Sydney’s southern gateway means change is constant and the opportunities are real. Our Finance team supports Council to make sound decisions and deliver exceptional service with transparency, integrity and a strong customer focus.

The role

The job might sound simple, yet it’s a critical in supporting Council’s operations. This role is within the financial services team, along with 2 other team members you will manage invoices, credit notes, reconcile supplier accounts, and preparing EFT payments to help ensure every supplier is paid accurately and on time. You will also guide staff through Accounts Payable processes, respond to supplier enquiries and investigate anything that does not look quite right.

What to expect:

• The detail matters. You will verify and process supplier invoices and credit notes promptly and accurately, in line with Council procedures and GST requirements.
• Prepare EFT payment runs and work with our Assistant Accountant to ensure sufficient funds are available.
• Find and fix issues by reconciling statements and resolve issues before they affect payment.
• Deliver exceptional service by responding promptly and professionally to suppliers, provide clear advice and practical assistance internally to Council staff with the Accounts Payable process.
• Empower people by making suggestions for improving processes and testing systems for smarter ways of working.
• Attention to detail is important. Without losing momentum when transaction volumes are high and the deadline is approaching, you will notice that duplicate invoice, a purchase order that doesn’t look like our format, the GST number that doesn’t add up.
• Own your work with minimal supervision. Meet deadlines and attempt to resolve issues. Support is always available, ask for assistance when you need it.

About you:

• A Higher School Certificate or equivalent.
• Experience in Accounts Payable.
• Good communication skills. Respond clearly and build constructive relationships across Council and its suppliers.

The benefits and culture

• 3 extra days off during Christmas each year
• 10 days sick leave each year
• 5 days My Leave allowing flexible personal leave each year
• Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Annual skin checks & flu vaccinations

Closing date:

Wednesday 14th October 2026. Applicants may be required to participate in a one way video interview.

Salary Range:From $77,050 - $86,296 pa + 12% superannuation

Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check and Medical in accordance with the position.

Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence.