The Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for delivering a broad range of accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, procurement standards, and relevant legislative requirements.
The role supports day -to-day financial operations and is guided by priorities set by the Manager Accounting Operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable & Processing
• Enter invoice and purchase order data accurately, ensuring compliance with Accounts Payable and procurement processes
• Process and review distribution adjustments
• Perform cost allocation, matching, and exception handling (including authorisations)
• Conduct GST compliance checks across transactions
• Process cash payment vouchers
Accounts Payable & Receivable Operations
• Support both payables and receivables functions based on operational requirements
• Assist in the daily operation of Payables and Receivables systems
• Maintain and update customer and supplier records
• Verify the legitimacy of refunds and transaction details
• Process financial adjustments as required
Financial Controls & Compliance
• Maintain compliance with instructions and the Financial Management Act 2006
• Certify payment documentation in accordance with instruction
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
• Respond to internal and external enquiries
• Investigate financial transactions and discrepancies
• Provide advice and guidance on accounts processes
• Prepare reports and maintain financial registers
• Contribute to updating Accounting procedural manuals
The preferred candidate will demonstrate:
• Experience working in an Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable environment
• Sound understanding of financial processing and controls
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with a broad range of stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Desirable
• Previous experience within the WA public sector (or broader public sector environment) is highly desirable