The West Australian Football Commission (WAFC) is the peak Australian Rules Football body in Western Australia that plays a key leadership, governance and funding role to football throughout the State whilst also driving the overall development and growth of the game. The WAFC is a not for profit organisation that plays an important role in funding the on-going development of football in all communities.

The WAFC's vision is to connect and enhance WA communities through our great game. This will be underpinned by a focus on delivering against the core objectives of Engagement, Talent and Sustainability. WA Football is in an exciting period and we are now seeking a suitably experienced, motivated and dedicated Accounts Payable Officer for a 12month fixed-term contract. The Accounts Payable Officer will be required to deliver excellent customer service to all stakeholders.

Key responsibilities:

• Data entry processing completed in an accurate and timely manner
• Accurate reconciliation and allocation of payments and adjustment notes
• Responding promptly to all supplier invoice queries and disputes
• Ongoing reporting of supplier ledgers
• Reconciliation of monthly statements and creditor summaries to suppliers
• Reconciliations for major accounts;
• Responding in a timely manner to all enquiries from staff, customers and suppliers;
• Working with the Finance Manager in the roll out of an automated purchase order/expenses management system, and supporting the business users in the transition;
• Acting on behalf of Finance as the key point of contact in the supplier payment and purchasing system;
• Monitoring supplier contracts, to ensure that invoices are paid in accordance with the signed contracts;
• Assist with maintaining internal financial controls and procedures.

To be considered for this position you will need to demonstrate the following essential criteria:

• At least 2 years experience in a similar position
• Sound understanding of accounting processes and procedures
• Have attention to detail
• Strong data entry skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• ERP systems experience, Great Plains preferred
• Calm and professional disposition
• Able to work in a busy office environment that often demands high levels of concentration, while coping with frequent interruptions
• Able to work effectively in a small team with minimal management supervision
• Willingness to accept responsibility.

Applicants who have commenced, or considering commencing undergraduate studies in Accounting / Finance, and wish to complement their ongoing study with some suitable work experience, will be highly regarded.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment in a fast-paced, high profile industry.  If you love sport including Australian Rules Football and want to further develop your career in Finance with an industry-leading organisation, this could be the role for you!

All applicants will be required to present a current Police Clearance prior to commencement.

The role will be offered on a 12month fixed term contract.

The successful applicant will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience. For more information about the role and to view the position description please: Click here

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume online via SEEK.

Applications close 4pm, 11 March 2019

The West Australian Football Commission is committed to equal opportunity in employment and the principles of diversity. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.