Payment Officer (Accounts Payable)

Rabmconsultancy; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 76,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Rabmconsultancy is seeking a Payment Officer (Accounts Payable) in Camperdown, NSW on a 12-month temporary contract with potential extension. The role offers hybrid working flexibility and pays $63.90 per hour plus super.

You will manage AP processing, including non-order, student, and overseas payments, and support ledger reconciliations. Ideal candidates have strong data entry skills, SAP Ariba experience, and outstanding communication to resolve vendor and internal inquiries while maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience in core accounts payable processing.
• Accurate, high-precision data entry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for inquiries and vendor interactions.

Responsibilities

• Invoice processing across all invoices, including non-order, student, and overseas payments.
• Perform journal transfers, GL entries, and reconciliation of statements.
• Triaging and resolving complex AP/invoice issues promptly.
• Maintain compliance and records aligned with policy and regulations.
• Provide feedback to improve AP workflows and systems.
• Assist team during high-volume periods to ensure timely AP and purchasing services.
• Deliver service to internal stakeholders and external vendors with professionalism and speed.
• Maintain clear written and verbal communications regarding issue status and requirements.

Skills

AP processing

Data entry

SAP Ariba

Vendor queries

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

#### Payment Officer (Accounts Payable)Camperdown, NSW 2050Full Time#### Job descriptionPaying $63.90ph + super Camperdown NSW location with hybrid working flexibility 12 month temp contract with potential for extensionAbout 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 entryProficiency with SAP Ariba ERP systemA sharp, adaptable mindset with a proven ability to think outside the box, pick up new systems and processes quicklyOutstanding written and verbal communication skills to effectively answer inquiries, resolve vendor/internal queries, and collaborate effectivelyKey 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? Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including: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 servicesIf this is of interest, please send your CV along with a cover letter toAt Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.