Accounts Payable Officer
The role of Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for the seamless and accurate processing of creditors invoices and expense reimbursements as well as and the preparation of supplier payments twice weekly. In addition, they are responsible for the management and maintenance of the Concur system as well as the preparation daily cashflow and solvency calculations.
Accounts Payable Processing
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Invoices, expense reimbursements and staff corporate credit card transactions are verified and processed on a regular basis with relevant authorisation.
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Timely processing of payments (as defined by credit terms).
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Invoices are reviewed for accuracy and work-flowed for approval.
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Invoices are coded with the correct expense codes.
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Setting up New Vendors.
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Monitor the Accounts Payable inbox and respond to internal and external queries.
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Escalate expense reimbursements and staff corporate credit card transactions that are not processed within designated terms or are unacceptable per HCF Corporate Credit Card and Employee Expense Policy.
Concur system
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Ensure correct approval workflows are maintained.
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Manage users and their authority levels.
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Provide training to users.
-
Monitor and control aged outstanding items.
Cash management
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Preparation of solvency calculations.
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Daily preparation of cash flow and transfers to/from Cash Management account and JANA required for maintenance of necessary account balances.
Process Improvements
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Proactively evaluate processes and procedures, looking for efficiencies and improvements to the status quo.
General
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Provide backup for Reconciliation and Accounts Payable Officers.
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Management of New Vendor & Staff Reimbursement policies.
Essential
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3+ years experience in Accounts Payable or similar role.
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Commercially astute, with strong numeracy skills.
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PC skills to a high-level including Excel, Word.
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Good negotiation and interpersonal skills.
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Good verbal and written communication skills.
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High level of initiative to challenge and improve existing policies.
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An ability to positively represent the Finance department and HCF when dealing with internal and external customers.
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Self-starter and ability to work with minimum supervision.
Desirable
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Experience using Concur and Technology One.
About HCF
At HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we’ve been putting our members and their health first. As Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover over 1.9 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric.
We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver ourStrategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.
Culture & Benefits
Purpose-driven passion
We’re united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.
Wellness and work-life balance
We’ll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:
- 50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
- 18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
- Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more
- Discounts on HCF’s products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.
Collaboration and inclusivity
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status.
Continuous learning and growth
We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.
Next steps
If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – [email protected] to discuss.
We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.
The role of Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for the seamless and accurate processing of creditors invoices and expense reimbursements as well as and the preparation of supplier payments twice weekly. In addition, they are responsible for the management and maintenance of the Concur system as well as the preparation daily cashflow and solvency calculations.
Accounts Payable Processing
-
Invoices, expense reimbursements and staff corporate credit card transactions are verified and processed on a regular basis with relevant authorisation.
-
Timely processing of payments (as defined by credit terms).
-
Invoices are reviewed for accuracy and work-flowed for approval.
-
Invoices are coded with the correct expense codes.
-
Setting up New Vendors.
-
Monitor the Accounts Payable inbox and respond to internal and external queries.
-
Escalate expense reimbursements and staff corporate credit card transactions that are not processed within designated terms or are unacceptable per HCF Corporate Credit Card and Employee Expense Policy.
Concur system
-
Ensure correct approval workflows are maintained.
-
Manage users and their authority levels.
-
Provide training to users.
-
Monitor and control aged outstanding items.
Cash management
-
Preparation of solvency calculations.
-
Daily preparation of cash flow and transfers to/from Cash Management account and JANA required for maintenance of necessary account balances.
Process Improvements
-
Proactively evaluate processes and procedures, looking for efficiencies and improvements to the status quo.
General
-
Provide backup for Reconciliation and Accounts Payable Officers.
-
Management of New Vendor & Staff Reimbursement policies.
Essential
-
3+ years experience in Accounts Payable or similar role.
-
Commercially astute, with strong numeracy skills.
-
PC skills to a high-level including Excel, Word.
-
Good negotiation and interpersonal skills.
-
Good verbal and written communication skills.
-
High level of initiative to challenge and improve existing policies.
-
An ability to positively represent the Finance department and HCF when dealing with internal and external customers.
-
Self-starter and ability to work with minimum supervision.
Desirable
-
Experience using Concur and Technology One.
About HCF
At HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we’ve been putting our members and their health first. As Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover over 1.9 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric.
We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver ourStrategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.
Culture & Benefits
Purpose-driven passion
We’re united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.
Wellness and work-life balance
We’ll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:
- 50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
- 18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
- Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more
- Discounts on HCF’s products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.
Collaboration and inclusivity
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status.
Continuous learning and growth
We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.
Next steps
If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – [email protected] to discuss.
We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.
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