Accounts Payable Officer

The Y Northern Territory is a Not-for-profit organisation providing leading services in childcare, recreation, and youth & community services. We believe in the power of inspired young people and are dedicated to making a positive community impact through the work we do. 

We are looking for a high performing, result driven and action-oriented Accounts Payable Officer to join our team to support growth of the organisation. Your problem-solving ability and can-do attitude will set you apart from the rest. 

You will be part of a dynamic team working to maintain accuracy and transparency in the organisation’s accounts. The objective of this role is to oversee all Accounts Payable (AP) functions for multiple sites across the Territory to ensure accuracy of our financial accounts and contribute to the overall efficiency of the team.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable

• Responsible for overseeing all AP functions for multiple sites across the Territory
• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment 
• Processing supplier invoices and preparing batches for payment
• Process three-way matching invoices
• Managing and responding to supplier and internal enquiries
• Supplier statement reconciliations, ensuring all items are analysed and cleared in a timely manner 
• Assist in weekly, monthly and year-end activities
• Prepare reports and analysis
• Ensuring compliance with applicable legislation e.g. Goods and Services Tax and internal policies & procedures 
• Implementing and maintaining appropriate AP controls and procedures
• Provide advice (and training) to the rest of the organisation in AP related matters 
• Other finance and administrative tasks as directed.

What you will need to succeed

Essential:

• High level of computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other office programs
• Knowledge and experience in a similar role 
• Ability to work collaboratively and autonomously 
• Strong attention to detail

Desirable:

• Proficient in QuickBooks Online (QBO) 
• Previous experience in a not-for-profit organisation.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Flexible working hours
• 5 weeks Annual Leave (accrued on a pro rata basis)
• Salary Sacrifice
• Friendly working environment

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

The Y Northern Territory, including its Boards of Directors, are committed to the safety and well-being of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People framework. The Y requires that all applicants undergo satisfactory screening prior to commencement, including but not limited to:

• A national criminal history check;
• An international criminal history check where applicants have worked overseas;
• Holding or obtaining a Working with Children Clearance/ equivalent in accordance with Territory laws;
• Two reference checks.

Any successfully appointed applicant will be required to adhere to the Safeguarding Children and Young People framework, which includes a thorough safeguarding children and young people induction and a commitment to upholding the safety and wellbeing of children and young people throughout their engagement with YMCA.

Please apply via Seek and include a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.  Applications close Thursday 25th January 2024

For a copy of the Position Description, please contact ********@ynt.org.au