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We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

Great opportunity to work for one of the most loved charities in Australia. Based in Mount Waverley, the Accounts Payable Officer will have well-honed relationship and key stakeholder skills in order to effectively work within the wider Finance team who support The Salvation Army stores. This is a 12 month contract.

The key focus of the role will be to:

• Process accounts payable invoices and review and verify for payments
• Process the reconciliation of suppliers' statements
• Data input of fixed asset purchases
• Effectively liaise with internal staff and respond promptly to queries from other departments
• Respond to all designated suppliers' queries
• Prepare month/year-end journals
• Maintain and regularly update Debtors details
• Ensure that Accounts Receivable Ledger/Chart is updated frequently
• Assist with the production of various management reports
• Prepare monthly accruals in a timely and accurate manner
• Assist with month end and year end closing and reporting
• Prepare monthly audit and maintenance reports

To be successful in this role, you will have experience working in a similar role within a multi-faceted organisation with diverse operations and programs. A Diploma in accounting is preferred, but not essential.

Key capabilities include:

• Handles finances and records accurately and in accordance with policy and procedures
• Prioritises work and addresses what is most important
• Uses available tools effectively to assist with planning and organising
• Completes accurate reports, logs, case notes and files
• Engages and contributes to team activities including discussions

In return we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits which include:

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
• Flexible working conditions
• Paid parental leave
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• Opportunity for career development
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

How to Apply

If you would like to work for one of Australia's leading not-for-profit organisations and have the satisfaction of knowing that your career contributes positively to the lives of thousands of Australians each year, please apply via the link and submit your cover letter and CV.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation that is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children and young people, and protecting them from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all other roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.