About this job
Accounts Payable and Procurement Officer
Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst
Full-time, permanent position
Immediate start available
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager of Financial Compliance, the Accounts Payable & Procurement Officer exists to provide financial and procurement support to Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB). The role offers a balanced blend of responsibilities in both accounts payable and procurement with duties that may consist of the following:
- Managing accounts payable, including invoice verification, processing, and payments.
- Supporting bank reconciliations, journal processing, and month/year-end tasks.
- Providing administrative support for the credit card expense management system.
- Offering procurement advice, training, and resolving procurement-related queries.
- Maintaining supplier databases, monitoring procurement performance, and generating reports.
- Assisting in policy and procedure updates and business improvement projects.
Download a copy of our Candidate Information Pack here.
About You (Selection Criteria)
We are looking for someone able to address the following selection criteria:
- Certificate III in Business Administration (or equivalent) and/or relevant finance and procurement experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organisation
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of accounting and computing software packages
- Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment and to meet deadlines
- Hold current valid driver’s licence and a willingness to undertake travel to schools as required
- A willingness to support the values and ethos of the Catholic tradition in the workplace
About Our Offer
- Work-life balance with a 35-hour work week
- Salary Packaging Available
- Commitment to staff health and wellbeing, including access to free EAP services for you and your family
- A chance to work closely with a close-knit and experienced Finance team who support one another’s career aspirations
About Us
The Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,900 students and 1,700 staff. The CEDB is currently experiencing significant growth, and are we are looking for a talented Finance/Procurement Professional to join us in our mission to create meaningful change in the lives of children and young people in the Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst. Now is the perfect time to become part of our exciting journey.
How to Apply
If you think this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:
- An updated CV/Resume and cover letter
- A separate document addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
- Contact details of appropriate referees
- All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)
Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 27 October 2024.
Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting Jason Cooke, Head: Finance and Facilities, on (02) 6338 3000.
Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.
CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.
A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.
Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.
Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.