Accounts Payable Oficer

Work Initiatives; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Career development

Competitive remuneration

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

Work Initiatives in Cairns, Queensland, seeks an Accounts Payable Administrator to process supplier invoices, match them to purchase orders and delivery receipts, and maintain accurate records for the finance team.

You will respond to supplier inquiries, assist with month-end close, and ensure adherence to internal controls with a professional approach to confidential information, using Excel and ERP systems in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable or finance administration.
• Strong attention to detail and organisation.
• Good numerical and analytical abilities.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match invoices against purchase orders and delivery receipts.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and process supplier payments in accordance with payment terms.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records and documentation.
• Respond to supplier enquiries regarding invoices and payments.
• Reconcile accounts and investigate outstanding balances.
• Assist with month-end reporting and financial close processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Skills

Accounts payable

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Communication

Time management

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Confidential handling

Education

Accounting qualification

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Process and verify supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

Match invoices against purchase orders and delivery receipts.

Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.

Prepare and process supplier payments in accordance with payment terms.

Maintain accurate accounts payable records and documentation.

Respond to supplier enquiries regarding invoices and payments.

Reconcile accounts and investigate outstanding balances.

Assist with month-end reporting and financial close processes.

Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Provide general administrative support to the finance team as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and verify supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

• Match invoices against purchase orders and delivery receipts.

• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.

• Prepare and process supplier payments in accordance with payment terms.

• Maintain accurate accounts payable records and documentation.

• Respond to supplier enquiries regarding invoices and payments.

• Reconcile accounts and investigate outstanding balances.

• Assist with month-end reporting and financial close processes.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Provide general administrative support to the finance team as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in accounts payable or a similar finance administration role.

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.

• Good numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

• A professional approach to handling confidential financial information.

• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate or qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance, or Business Administration is desirable.

• Previous experience using accounting or ERP systems is an advantage.

• Experience with supplier reconciliations and invoice processing will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

• Competitive remuneration based on experience.

• A positive workplace culture that values teamwork and continuous improvement.

We look forward to welcoming the right person to our team!