Accounts Payable Officer

MacKillop Catholic Regional College (see more jobs from this school)

WERRIBEE, VIC 


Finance / Accounts

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 2 March 2026


We are a Catholic Coeducational Secondary College with two campuses, set on approximately 20 hectares of beautiful gardens and playing fields. MacKillop is an innovative learning community offering contemporary facilities, a vibrant curriculum and supportive wellbeing programs that are respectful and responsive to the individual needs of approximately 1,730 students from Years 7-12.

<p>We are seeking a finance/administrative professional who approaches their work with integrity and initiative.</p> <p>This role implements all required financial controls for payments and ensures invoices are correctly allocated, processed, verified and reconciled in a timely and efficient manner. The successful applicant will bring demonstrated experience in accounts payable or a similar role, strong proficiency in financial systems and/or the Microsoft suite, combined with the ability to manage competing priorities within clear timelines.</p> <p>This is an opportunity to join a well-established team and make a vital contribution towards assisting the College to meet its financial compliance and audit obligations. We are looking for a highly collaborative person to provide clear guidance on purchasing processes and someone who can maintain positive, professional relationships with suppliers and service providers by communicating with clarity and professionalism.</p> <p><strong>This is a fixed term appointment until Friday 18 December 2026 (leave replacement)</strong></p> <p><strong>Our ideal Candidate will have</strong></p> <ul> <li>demonstrated experience in accounts payable processing</li> <li>proven ability to use financial systems and windows-based applications</li> <li>highly developed understanding of contemporary accounts payable practices and obligations</li> <li>proven track record in building relationships</li> <li>a demonstrated ability to problem solve and respond to queries in a timely manner</li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li>our staff are invited to regularly reflect upon and strengthen their practice</li> <li>our welcoming and supportive culture based on Gospel Values and a pastoral approach towards educator and student wellbeing</li> <li>contemporary facilities, across two campuses</li> <li>professional collaboration and support, including access to a team of dedicated instructional coaches and teacher mentors</li> <li>future career opportunities with our new K-12 campus in Wyndham Vale opening 2027.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application</strong></p> <p>To apply for this role please visit <a href="https://www.mackillop.vic.edu.au/information/employment/" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.mackillop.vic.edu.au/information/employment/</strong></a> and obtain an application form and position description. Applications must include:</p> <ul> <li>MacKillop College application for employment form</li> <li>a current Curriculum Vitae</li> <li>a covering letter, outlining your suitability for the position</li> </ul> <p>Completed applications can be emailed to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:employment@mackillop.vic.edu.au?subject=Accounts%20Payable%20Officer%20%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>employment@mackillop.vic.edu.au</a>?subject=Accounts%20Payable%20Officer%20%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:employment@mackillop.vic.edu.au?subject=Accounts%20Payable%20Officer%20%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">employment@mackillop.vic.edu.au</a></strong></p> <p>Applications will close <strong>2 March 2026</strong></p> <p>Further information: Please contact Michael Trainor, Director: People &amp; Culture on <strong>0439 560 092</strong>.</p> <p><i><strong>MacKillop College promotes the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all students</strong></i></p>