Accounts Payable Officer

Rockdale, New South WalesDescriptionAccounts Payable Officer Full-time position - 35 hours per week Centrally located in Rockdale (close to public transport)Supportive team with opportunity to growOur teamAt Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.About The RoleThe City Performance directorate underpins the delivery of service excellence by providing expertise in financial services, governance and business technology.Provide accurate, timely, compliant and transparent financial information, analysis and advice to support informed business decision making by the Executive, Leadership Team and other stakeholders.The role is responsible for maintaining accounts payable transactions, subsidiary ledger and reconciliations.You Can Also Expect ToVerify and process all invoices, credit notes and bond refunds in an accurate and timely manner and to ensure compliance with process, controls and GST legislation.Prepare weekly EFT payments and ensure the balance is reconciled against the ledger.Maintain accurate records and reconcile accounts to their statements to ensure accurate and correct payments.Prepare AP end-of-month closure and reconciliation.Liaise with the Procurement team and other business units on finance process and control rectification.Provide support on internal and external audit.We Are Looking For Someone Who HasMinimum Higher School Certificate or equivalent and/or relevant experience.Experience in accounts payable.Our Benefits And Culture3 extra days off during Christmas each year15 days sick leave each year2 days health and wellbeing leave each yearGym membership discountsAdditional parental leave entitlements for both parentsApplyBefore submitting your application, please take the time to read the Position Description by clicking the paperclip button located in the top right section of this page. Please use MS Edge or Google Chrome when submitting your application. If you have any technical issues with your application, please contact Closing date: Thursday 5 March, 2026. Interviews will be conducted by the end of March.Salary Range: From $74,087 - $82,977 pa + 12% superannuationApplicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence. Apply for this roleVisit siteShare

Created: 2026-02-19