Payables & Expenses Officer

We are seeking an experienced Payables & Expenses Officer to join a high-performing finance team on a 6-month contract basis. This role will play a key part in delivering efficient and accurate accounts payable, employee expenses, corporate card, and gift card processes while ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working collaboratively, improving processes, and providing high-quality support to internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable

• Process invoices and payments in line with policies, procedures, and required timeframes
• Investigate and resolve workflow issues to minimise overdue payments
• Reconcile accounts against vendor statements and support payment reporting requirements
• Assist with accrual forecasting and reporting activities

Corporate Credit Cards & Employee Expenses

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of corporate credit cards and gift cards, including issuing and cancellation
• Monitor expense processing and resolve issues efficiently
• Generate reports and ensure actions are completed in line with established processes
• Provide support and guidance to internal stakeholders regarding expense enquiries

Business Support & Process Improvement

• Work collaboratively with finance and broader business teams to deliver effective outcomes
• Support education and training around systems, processes, and policies
• Ensure compliance with Delegations of Authority and Segregation of Duties requirements
• Assist with audits, projects, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities
• Maintain and improve procedures and work instructions to support operational efficiency

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• 3+ years’ experience working across accounts payable, accounts receivable, or broader accounting functions
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and expense management processes
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Confidence communicating with stakeholders across varying levels of financial understanding
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing positively within a team environment

Skills & Experience

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify solutions
• Experience working within structured finance processes and compliance environments

What’s On Offer

• 6-month contract opportunity
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive finance function
• Exposure to a broad range of finance processes and business stakeholders

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.