We’re looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join our Finance team. Based in our beautiful Newcastle CBD office, this role plays an important part in ensuring our tour-related and overhead creditor accounts are accurately reconciled and paid on time. Working closely with our Finance team, internal stakeholders and external suppliers, you’ll help keep our accounts payable processes running smoothly while providing a high level of service to our business partners.

This is a outstanding opportunity for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented and enjoys working as part of a collaborative Finance team.

What you’ll be doing

- Reconcile and process tour-related invoices and statements in line with contracted rates.

- Reconcile and process creditor invoices relating to company overheads.

- Ensure reconciled invoices are paid accurately and within required timeframes.

- Process electronic funds transfers accurately and on schedule.

- Liaise professionally with external suppliers and accounts receivable teams regarding payment queries and issues.

- Investigate and resolve invoice, payment and reconciliation discrepancies in a timely manner.

- Ensure outstanding invoices and reconciliation issues are followed up and actioned prior to month end.

- Support the team in achieving month-end targets and expenditure budgets.

- Maintain accurate records and ensure all payments and invoices are processed correctly.

- Identify opportunities to improve processes and work with the Manager to implement improvements.

- Provide support and backup across the Finance team when required.

- Participate in team meetings, performance reviews and other Finance activities as required.

About you

You’ll be an experienced Accounts Payable professional who takes pride in accuracy, organisation and delivering great service.



You’ll be confident managing competing priorities and comfortable communicating with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

You’ll also bring

- 3 years’ experience in an Accounts Payable environment.

- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.

- Excellent time management and organisational skills.

- Strong communication and customer service skills.

- A proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

- The ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to team culture.

- High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism.

- Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills, with experience using Outlook.

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Desirable experience

It would be advantageous if you also have:

- An understanding of broader accounting principles, including General Ledger and Accounts Receivable.

- Experience processing foreign currency payments and transactions.

- Previous experience within the travel or tourism industry.

Why Scenic?

At Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, we create unforgettable experiences for our guests around the world — and our people play a huge part in making that possible.

Joining our Finance team means becoming part of a collaborative environment where teamwork and continuous improvement are valued. You’ll also benefit from:

- Exposure to a global organisation with international finance operations

- Opportunities to broaden both your technical and commercial finance skills

- Modern Newcastle office location close to beaches, cafés and restaurants

- Access to Fitness Passport program

- Travel discounts and employee benefits

- Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next opportunity and would love to be part of a global luxury travel business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via Seek now with a cover letter detailing your experience and why you’d be a great fit along with a copy of your most recent resume.

📌 Accounts Payable Officer (Newcastle)
🏢 Scenic Luxury Cruises u0026 Tours
📍 Newcastle