Accounts Payable Officer

What makes us, us

We want to be the most trusted wellbeing company in Australia, and this means our focus on wellbeing starts with our people. We support our employees Real Wellbeing so that they can better support our members’ and customers’ wellbeing journey.

At Australian Unity We’re for real wellbeing. For us, real wellbeing means so much more than physical health. It’s about your standard of living, your personal relationships and being connected to your community. It’s about what you want to achieve in life, while having the security to get out and do what makes you happy.

We’re bold, warm and honest. We make a real difference to people’s wellbeing.

Our Opportunity

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Officer to join the Self Managed Division Finance Team. You will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and customer reimbursements, as well as ensuring that our processes are as efficient as possible. Reporting to the Team Leader, you will administer the accounts of our consumers.

What we will offer you:

• Flexible work arrangements including a hybrid working model, three days in the office and two from home.
• A range of attractive product and service discounts from Australian Unity’s Retail and Wealth Management portfolio – including health insurance and banking products.
• A great range of discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants.
• 14-week paid parental leave, with equal benefit for both parents PLUS our Bump to Baby.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Employee Assistance Program – support and assistance for you and your partner at those times in life when you need it most.
• Additional paid Wellbeing and Volunteer leave days yearly.
• A new office with great facilities in M City, Clayton.

What does the role entail?

• Ensuring all invoices are processed and paid to agreed terms.
• Meeting business processing services by ensuring that SLAs, KPIs and risks are being monitored and appropriately escalated.
• Communicating with stakeholders in a clear manner, ensuring that policies, SOPs, work instructions and training documentation are maintained.
• Assisting in analysing data integrity between the AP Automation System and Green Pencil ERP.
• Performing AP statement reconciliations and liaising with suppliers to resolve issues.
• Answering queries received in the AP shared mailboxes.
• Suggesting new ideas for improving services, processes, systems, productivity, and the work environment.
• Reporting requirements as required and maintaining a current, accurate, and confidential reporting system to meet audit compliance standards.
• Maintaining the Client Management System, including changes to personal details and notes after each interaction, as well as documenting compliments or complaints.

We are looking for someone with:

• Problem-solving abilities with the ability to think critically.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
• The ability to work at a fast pace with effective time management skills.
• A strong team focus and the ability to develop rapport with others.
• The willingness to learn new systems, policies and procedures and be challenged by the development of a high growth business.
• Experience in aged care and/or existing knowledge of Home Care Packages (HCP), Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and the Aged Care Quality Standards are desirable.

If you think you could be our contract Accounts Payable Officer, click apply today.

For further benefits visit: https://www.australianunity.com.au/careers/culture

Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and, mature aged people.