About the College
St Augustine's College - Sydney is a Catholic Congregational school for boys in Years 5 to 12, teaching the Augustinian values of Truth, Love and Community. The College has a strong academic tradition and commitment to pastoral care and is a vibrant and dynamic educational institution dedicated to providing a nurturing and inspiring environment for our students and staff.
We are seeking an Accounts Payable Officer to join our team on a permanent basis. This position is ideally full-time, however part-time (minimum 30 hours/week) will be considered. This position is suitable for recent graduates with a relevant degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or experienced professionals with a keen interest in accounts payable.
The Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Officer to join our Finance Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the College's accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations. This role involves maintaining strong relationships with vendors, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and supporting the overall financial operations of the College
As our Accounts Payable Officer, your responsibilities will involve:
- Verify and process invoices, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Enter invoices into the accounting system and match them with purchase orders and receipts.
- Resolve discrepancies and issues related to invoices.
- Prepare and process electronic payments, ensuring timely payment of invoices.
- Reconcile accounts payable transactions and vendor statements.
- Maintain and update vendor files, and communicate with vendors regarding payment status.
- Assist with month-end closing, reporting, and financial audits.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies and support the Chief Financial and Operating Officer with financial tasks as needed.
To be considered for this opportunity you will have:
- Relevant experience and/or qualifications
- Intermediate/advanced use of Microsoft 365 and Windows 365.
- Experience using Synergetic and/or Alii is advantageous
- Ability to work autonomously and as a constructive member of a team.
- Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, and judgement when dealing with sensitive financial matters.
- A commitment to exceptional customer service.
- Compliance with all child protection legislation and St Augustine’s College Policies.
Child Safeguarding Statement:
St. Augustine’s College is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students. The successful candidate will be required to undergo child protection screening and adhere to our child safeguarding policies.
Why Join Us?
At St Augustine’s College, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we are committed to their professional growth and well-being. By joining our team, you will become part of a supportive and forward-thinking community that values innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. We offer a range of professional development opportunities, a positive work-life balance, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students.
We provide a range of benefits including above-market pay, additional leave, fantastic culture, regular staff lunch and morning tea and salary sacrifice options.
Applications, including curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of three referees, should be submitted in PDF format.
Only applicants with full work rights in Australia will be considered.
APPLICATIONS WILL CLOSE ON 14 APRIL 2025 HOWEVER WE WILL BE REVIEWING APPLICATIONS AS SUBMITTED AND MAY PROCEED WITH INTERVIEWS AND APPOINTMENT DURING THIS TIME, SO EARLY APPLICATION IS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.
