Entry Level Accounts Payable

The Company:
 
Positioned as one of Australia’s leading insurance builders, Johns Lyng Group has been established since 1953 and has a reputation for excellence. Highly talented business units coupled with management’s transparent & honest attitude towards staff make us ready for any building emergency.

The Role:

We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Accounts Payable Officer to join our Head Office based in Doncaster. In this diverse role, you will utilise your existing organisational, time management and communication skills to manage day-to-day administration and Accounts Payable duties and provide ongoing support to senior staff members. This a fantastic chance to join a stable and secure company that values its people above all else. 
 
Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Invoice entry for assigned companies, suppliers & contractors
• Process weekly & end of month payments for assigned companies
• Ensure appropriate invoice approval in line with delegations
• Answer subcontractor & supplier queries via phone & email
• Assist staff with Accounts Payable queries
• Approve vendors (OH&S induction & uploading certificates)
• Cancel purchase orders
• Raise manual cheques
• Review current processes & suggest improvements to improve efficiency or address gaps in controls

Key Selection Criteria:
 
Do you have proven examples of demonstrating drive and energy? Are you extremely motivated and can think outside the box? Being able to demonstrate and highlight examples of these are the key criteria for you to be successful in joining our existing talented and passionate team.  The following selection criteria is also important, but we are happy to teach and mentor you along the way.

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable or a related field
• Outgoing & driven personality
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills, including a professional phone manner
• Ability to build effective relationships with both internal & external stakeholders
• Excellent time management & organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously & manage multiple competing priorities
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Prior experience in the Construction or Insurance industry advantageous, however not essential

  We Offer:

• An immediate start
• Opposite Doncaster Westfield
• A respected organisation with stability and security
• Support and guidance from experienced managers
• A positive and rewarding team culture
• Future career progression where great work is recognised and rewarded
• Discounts on technology, cars, fashion, and leisure
• Up to date technology and a modern office environment

  Please note: The successful candidate must have the right to work in Australia and be prepared to undergo a pre-employment medical examination and criminal background check where required.