[Hiring] Finance Officer @Hunt St

Role Description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Officer to support its day-to-day financial operations, with a primary focus on accounts payable. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Processing supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy, completeness, correct GST treatment, and appropriate approvals before payment.
• Maintaining accurate accounts payable records, including appropriate general ledger and departmental coding in the accounting system.
• Monitoring supplier payment due dates and preparing payment runs for review and authorisation.
• Reconciling supplier statements and accounts payable balances, investigating and resolving discrepancies and outstanding items.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice queries, payment issues, and missing supporting documentation.
• Reviewing and processing staff reimbursements and corporate card transactions, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and approval requirements.
• Maintaining accurate and organised financial records and supporting documentation to support audits, reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and other routine finance administration activities as required.
• Supporting month-end closing activities, including reviewing outstanding payables, identifying accruals, and preparing relevant accounts payable reports.
• Ensuring compliance with established financial controls, payment approval procedures, and organisational policies.
• Identifying and recommending opportunities to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of accounts payable processes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts payable, finance administration, bookkeeping, or a similar finance role.
• Understanding of invoice processing, supplier reconciliations, payment procedures, and basic accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when handling financial records and transactions.
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and payment deadlines.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and accounting software, with the ability to maintain accurate digital records.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion and integrity.
• A proactive approach to resolving discrepancies and following established financial processes.

Requirements

• Experience using accounting platforms such as Xero, Weel, Wise or similar systems (Nice to Have).
• Experience supporting finance operations within a not-for-profit, church, or other faith-based organisation (Nice to Have).
• Exposure to month-end reporting, bank reconciliations, or general bookkeeping (Nice to Have).

Work Arrangement & Expectations

• This is a remote role that will be set up via an Employer of Record (EOR) service.
• Successful candidates will be expected to disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work.
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile.