Accounts Payable Officer

Why work with us?

• Permanent full-time role
• Free onsite parking
• Sydney Royal Easter Show Tickets (plus other event/expo tickets)
• 15% discount in onsite Café
• Exclusive RAS Boot Camp
• and more

  We are a dynamic and diverse place to work. Whether it’s staging Australia’s largest ticketed event, the Sydney Royal Easter Show, hosting major events and exhibitions at Sydney Showground, or running RAS Foundation or Education programs that support and develop agriculture in Australia. We believe in our mission and values, working with like-minded people and striving for excellence, we dedicate ourselves to becoming the best in our field! It’s not just a job! It’s a strong commitment to supporting, showcasing and celebrating agriculture through competitions, events, and practical financial support.   Become a part of this iconic team that has shaped Australian agriculture since 1822, and that continues to advance modern, ethical and sustainable agriculture. It's always an exciting time to join the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW!  About the Role… We are looking for a reliable and precise professional to help us properly maintain our accounts payable function. The Accounts Payable Officer will maintain the creditor ledger, process supplier invoices and organise payments, as well as working with the creditors to reconcile monthly statements and resolve any issues. The candidate will also maintain our purchasing system and provide training to new users as required.   As part of this role, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Be the key point of contact for all account payable matters.
• Validate and process invoices, and organise payment runs.
• Creditor maintenance and reconciliations.
• Manage and maintain the purchase order system, including staff training.
• Organise competition prizes and other related payments.
• Liaise with external auditors during annual audits.

  About you… Essential knowledge, skills & competencies

• 2 years of relevant work experience in accounting or finance.
• Experience in the end-to-end Accounts Payable processes
• Completed tertiary accounting education.
• Experience in Microsoft Office suite and ERP system, especially in creditors module. Experience in Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains and/or Workplace is highly regarded. 
• Understanding of relevant tax obligations and reporting requirements.
• Have strong analytic and problem-solving skills. 

• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have strong focus on providing excellent service to internal and external clients, with the ability to address issues and requests promptly.

• Be legally entitled to live & work in Australia.

  About us… The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) manages the Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sydney Royal competitions, the RAS Foundation, Australasian Animal Registry and the Sydney Showground. The RAS provides a fantastic range of job opportunities across multiple business areas and brands. From finance, assets, marketing, education & agricultural development, to a range of hospitality roles. No matter what your professional background or experience, we have a team-member position suited to you.   RAS is an equal opportunity employer that respects and values the contribution and diversity of all our people. Our success depends on strong individual commitment and our ability to work as a team.   Our Values Respect | Ownership | Achievement | Honouring our Past | Embracing our Future