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Accounts Payable Officer

Business Unit – Corporate • Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • At least 2 years of Accounts Payable experience in a large business with high transaction volume.
  • Experience booking group-level vendor bills in accounting system (Technology One preferred) using delegation/tax rules.
  • Experience processing and reviewing corporate credit card transactions and reconciling allocated cards on time.

Role Type

On-site • Contract • Full-time • Mid-level Senior

Description

Education Centre of Australia (ECA) is a dynamic and diverse education group that stands at the forefront of Australia’s higher education sector, boasting campuses in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide, as well as overseas locations in the UK and India. With a rich history spanning over almost two decades, ECA delivers high-quality education encompassing English language courses, bachelor’s and postgraduate degrees, and targeted internships. ECA is a successful Australian-based education organisation offering a comprehensive range of face-to-face and online courses for both international and domestic students. Collaborating with esteemed higher education providers like Victoria University, Charles Sturt University, University of Canberra, University of Tasmania, University of the Sunshine Coast and London Metropolitan University, ECA is committed to delivering a world-class educational experience. 

We have got an exciting opportunity for Accounts Payable to be part of our team at ECA Corporate in our Sussex Street Sydney office.  

This role is a corporate finance support position responsible for providing support to the corporate function, processing and arranging payments for corporate invoices, managing corporate credit cards and their reconciliations, and assisting with month end accounting activities. 

As a key member of the team, you will have the rewarding opportunity to progress your career within the education industry.  We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the company and is self-motivated and an enthusiastic ‘go-getter’. 

Key Responsibilities:  

  • Booking of group level vendor bills in accounting system (Technology one) based on delegation of authority matrix. 
  • Processing payments, Booking and Review of Corporate Credit Cards Transactions and timely reconciliation of allocated Credit Cards. 
  • Processing payments in accounting system and uploading payment files in banking portal for approval of bank signatories. 
  • Ensure expenses are correctly recorded for cost centres, Tax, FBT and GST Compliance. 
  • Monthly bank and corporate credit card reconciliation of allocated ECA group accounts. 
  • Owning balance sheet reconciliations of all AP related GL accounts including accruals.  

As the successful candidate you will ideally have:

  • Sound knowledge of financial accounting fundamentals. 
  • Expert knowledge of various accounting system. 
  • Detailed oriented and focused on completing work with accuracy and timeliness. 
  • Excellent analytical & Excel skills. 
  • High level accuracy in data processing. 
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of multifunctional teams. 

 

In return we will offer you:   

  • Company-paid parental leave (14 weeks at 100% of current pay or 28 weeks at 50% of current pay) 
  • Employee assistance program with Uprise (6 session per year for staff and direct family members) 
  • Support through 25% on the full fees for courses offered by ECA as Staff Education Assistance 
  • Novated Lease 
  • Professional development programs 
  • Wellbeing brands discounts 
  • Free access to LinkedIn Learning 

EEO Statement 

 

At ECA, we champion our organisational values which includes ‘Celebrate diversity and inclusion’, thus we strive to be a place of growth where everyone can continually thrive.

 

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, people living with a disability, women, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

 

This position is open to all Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents and applicants who hold a current and valid Visa with full working rights in Australia. 

 

How to apply 

 

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. Due to the expected high volume of responses only short-listed candidates will be contacted.  

 

For further information on this role, to gain insight into our team or if you need assistance due to a disability, please contact Sanjay Swami at sanjay@eca.edu.au. 

 

Thank you for your interest in the position with the ECA Group!