University of Sydney Union Hiring for Accounts Payable Officer Job at Sydney Full Time

WHO YOU ARE

You are an enthusiastic person looking to pursue and develop a career in finance. You might currently be studying Finance or Commerce or are already working in the sector and would like to broaden your experience.

The primary focus of this role is primarily responsible for data entry and other ad hoc support to the team. Support to the team includes but is not limited to Accounts receivable, Accounts payable, Fixed assets and General ledger maintenance. The Accounts Payable Officer is also responsible for a number of daily, weekly and monthly tasks that need to be completed within specific timelines and in accordance with business policy.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Management of the Accounts Payable function

Providing Adhoc support and assist the Finance team

Providing support to Payroll

Ensure reports are completed and accurate

YOU WILL HAVE

High level of attention to detail in all aspects of work

Proficient in the use of Windows operating systems

Proficient in the use of Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, Outlook

Ability to be flexible in hours worked

Ability to maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

Proficiency in the use of PCs, particularly accounting systems and excel.

High level written and verbal communication skills

Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet overlapping deadlines

Ability to work both independently and as an effective, committed, and enthusiastic team member

Organizational and time management skills

Demonstrate initiative and actively contributes to the Finance team’s goals

Desirable skills

1 year of relevant work experience in the finance field

Demonstrated experience in Microsoft suite

Understanding and experience of Student Organizations in a university environment

Experience working in a small team environment (5-10 staff)

Knowledge of WHS issues relevant to work activities and work area.

Knowledge of safe work procedures and WHS training relevant to work activities and work area.

BENEFITS

An $11 meal card per day worked

17.5% Annual Leave Loading

Complimentary USU Membership giving discounts on and off campus

Generous paid leave entitlements including 4 additional paid leave days per year

Ongoing paid training and development

And more!

HOURS OF WORK

35 hours a week

THE PAY

$52,000 per annum + 10.5% Superannuation

IDEAL START DATE

Immediate Start

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: THURSDAY, 24 NOVEMBER 2022 AT 9AM

HOW TO APPLY

The Health and Safety of our community is extremely important to us and so we ask that applicants are double vaccinated with a recognised COVID-19 vaccination and can show us their COVID-19 digital certificate or a medical contraindication exemption certificate.

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 and the contact details of at least two references to whom you report or reported directly)

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ABOUT THE USU

The USU (University of Sydney Union) ) ) is a not-for-profit organisation, whose purpose is to be the heart of campus life and we have been doing that since 1874.

Led by a student board elected by our members, the USU provides events on campus such as WelcomeFest, festivals, events and parties. We also run an amazing array of programs, including an active volunteering program and a Language Exchange Program, to name a few. We support over 200 Clubs and Societies as well as operate bars, food and retail outlets across campus, providing great coffee, fresh affordable food, graduation gown hire and official USYD merchandise.

Our Values | Strategic Plan

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.

Due to the volume of applications received, shortlisted applicants will be contacted within approximately 4 weeks of the role’s closing date (or 4 weeks from the date of application if there is no specified closing date).

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