Accounts Payable Officer
Job No:
USU1925
Location:
Camperdown, Sydney, NSW
- Based on a vibrant university campus (1 day work from home flexibility)
- Inclusive team culture
- Collaborate across departments and foster meaningful relationships
WHO WE ARE
The USU (University of Sydney Union) is proudly Australia’s oldest and largest not-for-profit student organisation. Our purpose is to enrich the student and campus experience at USYD. For the students of the University of Sydney, the USU is the gateway to a vibrant campus life. We offer enriching experiences with the campus community and our partners – from exciting events, community programs and the ability to join over 200 student clubs and societies, to the best coffee & food on campus (cafes and quick service venues) that include our own Food Truck & Coffee Van. Our welcoming spaces are designed to be a home away from home and we are dedicated to a profit-for-purpose mission, ensuring that every interaction supports the growth, well-being and success of our members.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Accounts Payable processing
- Weekly payment runs
- Monthly credit card statement acquittals
- End of month responsibilities including accruals
- Adhoc support and assistance to the Finance team
- Monthly supplier statement reconciliations and follow up
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Minimum 2 years of Accounts Payable experience
- Ability to work in a busy team environment and meet regular deadlines
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong Excel skills
- Proactive approach to problem solving and results driven
- Ability to work both independently and as an effective, committed, and enthusiastic team member
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Demonstrated initiative for actively contributing to the goals of a Finance team
DESIRABLE SKILLS
- Experience in preparing end of month reconciliations
- Experience working in Student Organisations in a university environment
- Experience working in a small team environment (5-10 staff)
- Experience using Sage Intacct
THE PERKS
- A $15 meal allowance per day worked on campus, to use at any of USU’s food outlets
- 4 weeks annual leave + an extra 8 days of paid leave every year!
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
- Complimentary USU Membership giving discounts on and off campus
- Ongoing paid training and development
- And more!
THE PAY
We offer competitive pay including 12% Superannuation
HOURS OF WORK
35 hours a week
IDEAL START DATE
Immediate Start
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: FRIDAY, 4 APRIL 2025 AT 5PM. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
HOW TO APPLY
You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
- Please read the position description here before applying.
- Complete the online application form below with your resume and cover letter (addressing our essential and desirable criteria above)
PLEASE NOTE: Once you have commenced your application you cannot save and continue at a later stage.
We are committed to promoting a workplace of equal opportunities. We promote healthy living and aims to protect the health and safety of staff, members and visitors to the University by providing a Smoke-Free Workplace. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications.
USU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Help make us better by joining our team.
