Are you an experienced Accounts professional who is passionate about efficient Accounts Payable for strong stakeholder relationships? Carrington has an exciting opportunity for a full time Accounts Payable Officer to join us.
* Cyclical duties as well as providing cover across different finance functions
* Enjoy a diverse role with a variety of stakeholder relationships in a changing regulatory environment
Work close to home with a supportive & collaborative team in a growing organisation committed to best practice
About Us
Carrington is a not-for-profit centre of excellence for retirees, providing a focus on person-centred quality care and health services to consumers of Independent Living, Residential Care and Community Care. At Carrington, we are committed to providing quality care for our Consumers so they can live a happier, healthier more independent life.
The Opportunity
As the Accounts Payable Officer you will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of all financial transactions for payable accounts. As part of our collaborative Finance Team, this full-time onsite role is an excellent opportunity to ensure key stakeholder relationships are maintained. Responsibilities include:
* Coordinating and maintaining the timely and accurate preparation and processing of payments, statements and reconciliations
* Ensuring all journals and general ledger entries are recorded in a timely fashion each week
* Obtaining authorisation for payment from appropriate personnel, allocating expenditure to the correct budget account and arranging for the drawing of cheques and other forms of payment
* Assisting with the monthly accruals and prepayment schedules, and preparation for audits.
* Performing Accounts Receivable function on a leave cover basis & assisting with administration functions ad hoc
Ensuring adherence to Accounting standards and policies
About you
Essential:
* At least 2 years' experience in a similar role or equivalent
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Good understanding of finance systems & sound knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
* Well-developed interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills
* Proven customer service approach to stakeholder management
* Ability to work independently and as a team
* Effective time management and organisational skills to prioritise workloads, multitask and meet deadlines
* Willingness to obtain NDIS Worker Check
Desirable:
* Experience in the Aged Care/Not for Profit industry
Experience with the Epicor system
Enjoy our Benefits
* Competitive Pay, including loadings, potential performance-based increases and full not-for-profit salary packaging
* Employee Referral Program – Earn up to $500 for referring a successful candidate!
* 15% employee discount at our Rocksalt restaurant
* 10% off full price shoes at a local shoe store
Enjoy our "Carrington Day" – an Additional Christmas Public Holiday each year
To Apply
Select [Apply Now] to submit your application including your current resume and a cover letter addressing the criteria in the 'About You' section. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted. Recruitment for this position has commenced, and an immediate start is available for the right candidate. For enquiries, contact Recruitment at
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