Accounts Payable Officer
Juniper Aged Care is actively seeking a detail-oriented and
experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join our dedicated team. As an Accounts Payable Officer, you will play a crucial role in managing various aspects of the accounts payable function, including invoice processing, account reconciliation, and addressing payment inquiries.
We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in accounts payable, exceptional organizational skills, and a proactive problem-solving approach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accurately process invoices in a timely manner
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
- Address payment queries from suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Monitor and manage the "One Time Vendor" Account
- Maintain a manageable number of Preferred Vendors
- Ensure accuracy of supplier information in line with company policies
- Collaborate with the Finance team for seamless payment processing
- Assist in month-end closing activities related to accounts payable
- Support audits and compliance checks as required
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:
- Formal qualification in Accounting / Business Studies (Certificate 3 or 4 upwards) desirable
- Minimum of 2-3 years of solid experience in high-volume processing within accounts payable
- Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role, preferably within the Aged Care sector
- proficiency in accounting software (e.g.,Epicore) and MS Office applications
- Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven capability in problem-solving and handling complex payment issues
Compensation and Benefits:
- Hourly rate: $36.74 plus super
- Access to salary packaging options up to $18,550
per annum - Free on-site parking
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
Additional Opportunity:
We also have a second position available for a fixed-term
contract of six months with the possibility of transitioning into a permanent
role afterwards.
If you meet the outlined criteria and seek a rewarding
career opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your
relevant experience and interest in joining our team.
Apply Now:
Join us at Juniper and be a part of our dedicated team!
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Juniper is an equal opportunity employer and values
diversity in the workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest,
however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employer questions
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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Company profile
Juniper
About Juniper
Juniper Values and Guiding Principles
Juniper is a Christian, values driven, community benefit organisation that excels in social enterprise for the benefit of the whole Western Australian community.
We welcomed our first residents, as a church agency, in 1949. Today, Juniper is the 21st Century iteration of a service provider that has proudly built on this history, experience and expertise to provide WA’s ageing population with some of the most modern and forward thinking services available.
Juniper has more than 1,600 staff and 500 volunteers providing services to over 4,000 people, making us one of the state’s largest aged care organisations.And, as a member of the UnitingCare network, we have access to and connect with an Australia-wide care and support network.
Juniper Vision and Mission
Our Vision is:
A good life for all our people.
This is supported by our Mission:
To enhance the independence, spiritual fulfilment and enjoyment of life of older people through care, accommodation and support services.Juniper Values
Juniper embraces several core values that both direct and guide our actions. These values reflect our Uniting Church heritage — values that have consistently guided our organisations and which bring empathy and comfort to all. These values are:
- Welcome is being warm, friendly, gracious, empathetic to all, and open to new ideas.
- Respect is valuing people for their uniqueness and being just and honest in our dealings.
- Compassion is caring for others and responding to need using the highest standards to provide comfort and enable healing.
- Hope is looking forward with confidence and expectation.
Juniper’s Guiding Principles
Juniper has a set of Guiding Principles which provide us with direction in achieving our vision and mission.
- We respect each person’s physical, spiritual, emotional and social needs.
- We empower each person to exercise choice and control over their lives.
- We strive to enhance personal freedom and independent functioning.
- We provide care services based on holistic needs assessment.
- We encourage people to develop their spirituality.
- We encourage people to engage with community to counter social isolation.
- We respect each person’s right to die with dignity and in peace.
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