Account Payable/Payroll Officer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive aged care organisation that offers strong professional development and career growth opportunities. Become part of a team committed to delivering high-quality care and fostering the wellbeing and quality of life of both residents and staff.

• Working for an Aged Care organisation
• Monday to Friday day time hours (flexible on start and finish)
• Permanent Full time
• Paying up to $90k plus super and salary packaging
• Perth Metro area with free parking onsite

The Role:

• This role will consist of primarily accounts payable with payroll support
• Process accounts payable invoices accurately and within required timeframes in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• Reconcile supplier statements, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution of payment queries
• Prepare and process electronic payments, cheque runs, and creditor reconciliations
• Maintain accurate financial records, filing systems, and accounts documentation for audit and compliance purposes
• Liaise with suppliers, internal managers, and staff regarding invoice approvals, payment enquiries, and account matters
• Provide administrative and transactional support to the payroll department, including timesheet processing, data entry, and payroll documentation
• Assist with onboarding and maintenance of employee payroll records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy of information
• Support payroll processing activities in line with relevant awards, Fair Work requirements, and aged care industry standards
• Collaborate with finance and payroll teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across the organisation
• Contribute to month-end finance processes, reporting, and reconciliation tasks as required
• Maintain compliance with organisational policies, confidentiality requirements, and not-for-profit financial procedures
• Provide professional and responsive customer service to staff, residents, families, and external stakeholders
• Support the values and mission of a not-for-profit aged care organisation through efficient financial and payroll administration
• Work collaboratively within a fast-paced aged care environment supporting residential and community care operations across the organisation

The successful candidate will have:

• Certificate III or IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Business Administration, or Finance (desirable but not always essential)
• Knowledge of systems – Inerva and lightyear (desirable)
• Previous experience in accounts payable, finance administration, payroll support, or bookkeeping
• Strong data entry and reconciliation skills with high attention to detail
• Understanding of invoice processing, creditor management, and payment procedures
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and customer service skills when liaising with suppliers and internal staff
• Knowledge of payroll processes, awards, and Fair Work requirements is highly regarded for roles supporting payroll
• Experience within aged care, healthcare, or not-for-profit organisations is often viewed favourably

• Full working rights in Australia
• National Police Clearance
• Influenza vaccination and covid vaccinations

IMMEDIATE INTERVIEWS – Please get in touch with Michelle from Zenith Healthcare on 0483 929 398 or michelle.beech@zenithsearch.com for more information. No cover letter required