Accounts Payable Officer

About the Opportunity

• $73,789.06 per annum plus 12% superannuation
• 6 weeks annual leave, 15 days personal leave, district allowance
• Join a great team within a Local Government setting!

We currently have a permanent full-time vacancy within the Finance team for an Accounts Payable Officer. This role reports to the Accountant Payables and Revenue, and you will work collaboratively within a small team of accounts payable officers and contribute to an efficient, accurate and timely expedition of end-to-end processing of all payable functons, including:

• Processing, registering and distributing invoices.
• Reconcile creditor's accounts.
• Assist with the end of month processing activities.
• Assist with staff on procedures relating to purchasing and accounts payable.
• Provide excellent customer service.

About You

As our Accounts Payable Officer, you'll bring a professional and respectful nature to the role. Understanding the importance of working cooperatively will allow you to succeed within a small team. Your interpersonal skills will be key in ensuring you communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating a customer first culture. Your adaptability and patience will be key in ensuring transformation from intensive manual processes, to more automated and streamlined system approaches. To achieve this, you'll bring your keen attention to detail.

To be considered for this role you will be expected to meet the following criteria:

• Certificate IV in Accounting and/or a minimum of two (2) years' experience in a similar role.
• A proven ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders (internal and external).
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Hold and maintain a Class C drivers licence.
• Ability to hold and maintain a National Police Records Check Clearance.

To apply:

Click APPLY! Please upload your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

We accept applications only via our portal.

For further information regarding this role, please read full position description or contact Himanusha Bhatia (Accountant Payables and Revenue) on 08 8930 0697 during standard business hours.

City of Darwin Talent Acquisition Team can be contacted via:

• 📞 Phone: (08) 8930 0526

This vacancy closes at 5pm on 11^th May 2026.

We are looking forward to receiving your application if you are a direct applicant. Please note that we are not working with recruitment agencies for this position.

The City of Darwin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.

As part of City of Darwin's recruitment process, applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment assessments, such as a Medical Assessment, National Police Check and Psychometric Assessment.