Position summary

The Accounts Payable Officer provides operational support as part of the Finance team to ensure that Cultura achieves its operational objectives.

Working closely with the Finance Manager and General Manager of Corporate Services, the Accounts Payable Officer is accountable for the development and implementation of the Finance’s payable performance against the strategic and operational goals.

The role must ensure a focus on the needs of our programs and services’ financial management and sustainability, so that Cultura consistently meets expectations and improves community outcomes. This position must always model behaviour aligned to the Cultura values of Inclusion, Integrity, Sustainability, and Kindness.

This role provides operational support on the relevant professional discipline and content areas that are intrinsic to the position. As a subject matter expert on the specialist areas of the role, it assists to inform and guide the policy, frameworks and operational decisions of Cultura for the functions covered within the position.

This position will be contracted on a maximum term part time basis until 17 February 2026, working 22.5 to 30 hours per week, depending on the availabilities of the successful candidate.

Duties

Accurate and timely processing of large volume supplier invoices, including petty cash and supplier accounts such as fuel cards

Process the weekly invoice payment cycle and ad hoc banking payments as required

Supplier management and accounts payable ledger monitoring including aging, within finance system and preferred supplier list

Timely management of payable related queries both internal and external

Assist with purchase order management as required

Credit card reconciliations and processing, including seeking approval and supporting documentation

Assist with year-end audits, internal compliance audits, and other compliance reporting as required

Support procurement activities, including assisting with tender preparation, responses and documentation

Qualifications and Experience

• VCE (Year 12) or equivalent completion
• At least 3 years’ experience with hands on experience in a similar role
• Strong finance system skills, including excel and ERP

How to Apply

Answer the application questions and submit your resume after reviewing the position description.

Applications close for this position on Sunday 14 September 2025 at 11:59pm.

If you have any questions about the position, you may contact Megan Wright, Finance Manager, at [email protected]

Employment may be subject to the satisfactory completion of a Police Criminal Record Check, Working With Children Check and Pre-Employment Health Declaration. Cultura will pay for the costs associated with these checks, after you have commenced working.

We welcome applications from all diverse backgrounds including individuals that identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+, and individuals with disabilities or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview.