Accounts Payable Officer
WHY US:
There's a lot going on at Liverpool City Council, as we plan an exciting future for our city. With current work on significant major projects, and many more in the pipeline, their success is underpinned by professional business-focused teams. Talk to us for career-shaping opportunities in a modern organisation and make a lasting impact.
JOB DETAILS: Perm, Full Time 35 hours, 5 days per week $75,406.40 to $85,464.13 + super
JOB DESCRIPTION
As the AP Officer, you will provide Accounts Payable Services to a client group of Directors, Managers, Co-ordinators and support staff in an efficient manner.
Proactively engage and provide expert advice, coach and partner with nominated client groups on supplier invoicing and payment related matters.
Build productive relationship with key stakeholders including suppliers to meet Council's payment obligations.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborating with Tax Compliance Finance Staff
- Application administrator for Credit Card Expenditure Management System involving loading transactions, reviewing supporting documentation, following up on un-acquitted transactions, provision of appropriate user training, generating monthly reports and disseminating same to all internal stakeholders
- Proactively work with TechOne Consultants, IT Experts and external service providers to implement add-on payment security systems (EFTSure), and accessing invoices/ bills on-line such as the Utilities Management System
- Effectively manage Council's central Petty Cash Float
- Responding to internal and external audit testing procedures, including appropriate assistance in the financial year end process
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will have:
- Certificate/ Diploma level qualification in Accounting or Equivalent
- Accounts payable experience in a medium to large organisation
- Demonstrated ability to deal with high volume transaction process and complex financial information
- Demonstrated experience using large financial information systems
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Accounts Payable function and related procedures
- Capacity to build productive relationships with varying levels of seniority
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and responsibility for delivering high quality customer focused services
- Intermediate to advanced level MS Excel skills
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US
- Be rewarded with an attractive annual salary package (Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.)
- Flexible work arrangements - including flexi time and hybrid working arrangements (with the ability to work some days each week from home
- Free parking is available nearby, with subsidised parking also on offer.
- Access to a Fitness Passport membership
- Internal professional Learning and Development
Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.
To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check
HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume.
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CLOSING Applications Close 11.59pm 2 Weeks From Date Job Posted
Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at billas@liverpool.nsw.gov.au
