Payment Officer (Accounts Payable)

Randstad; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

Frequent pay runs

Early access to roles

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Randstad's client, an educational institution in Camperdown NSW, seeks a Payment Officer (Accounts Payable) to join on a 12-month temp contract with potential for extension. You will handle AP processing, including non-order, student and overseas payments, perform reconciliations and collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders.

The role offers hybrid working, exposure to SAP Ariba, and opportunities to contribute to process improvements within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in core accounts payable processing.
• High-accuracy data entry skills.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Process all invoices promptly per policy and Procure-to-Pay guidelines.
• Perform journal transfers, GL entries, reconciliations and analyze exception reports.
• Triages and resolves complex AP and invoice issues.
• Maintain compliance and records per standards and deadlines.
• Provide feedback to improve AP workflows.
• Support team during high-volume periods to ensure service delivery.
• Deliver excellent service to internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Maintain clear written and verbal communications on issues and requirements.

Skills

AP processing

Data entry accuracy

Adaptability/quick learning

Communication skills

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

• Camperdown NSW location with hybrid working flexibility


• 12 month temp contract with potential for extension

About the Role

Our client is an educational institution based in Camperdown NSW. They are currently seeking a Payment Officer (Accounts Payable) to come in and join their team on a 12 month temp contract with potential for extension.

Requirements for this role include:

• Demonstrated background in core AP processing and high-accuracy data entry


• Proficiency with SAP Ariba ERP system


• A sharp, adaptable mindset with a proven ability to think outside the box, pick up new systems and processes quickly


• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to effectively answer inquiries, resolve vendor/internal queries, and collaborate effectively

Key responsibilities will include:

• Invoice Processing: Accurately process all invoices (including non-order, student, and overseas payments) in accordance with procurement policy and online Procure-to-Pay system guidelines.


• Reconciliations & Ledger Management: Perform journal transfers, general ledger entries, statement reconciliations, and analyze system exception reports.


• Issue Resolution: Triaging and resolving complex accounts payable and invoice issues in a timely, effective manner.


• Compliance & Record Keeping: Maintain administrative and record-keeping functions in alignment with organizational standards, legislative requirements, and policy deadlines.


• Process Improvement: Provide proactive feedback on queries and system issues to contribute to the continuous improvement of AP workflows.


• Team Collaboration: Assist team members during high-volume periods to ensure seamless delivery of accounts payable and purchasing services.


• Customer & Vendor Service: Deliver exceptional service to internal stakeholders and external vendors, resolving enquiries professionally and promptly.


• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear, ongoing written and verbal communication regarding issue status and process requirements.

What's in it for you?

• Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers


• 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week


• Exclusive access to roles before we go to market


• Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.