Job Description
Accounts Payable Officer | Part-Time Role (0.8 FTE) About Us n
Toowoomba Anglican School is Australia's only co-educational K–12 Day and Boarding School, offering Boarding from Year 1 to Year 12. We are proudly small by design, ensuring every student, parent and staff member is known and valued within our community.
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Our focus is on people, connection and delivering excellence across all aspects of school life. We are seeking a talented and motivated Accounts Payable Officer to join our Finance team.
The Opportunity n
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Officer (0.8 FTE, permanent part-time) to support the Business Manager and Accountant in the efficient and accurate operation of the School's accounts payable function.
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This position works 30.4 hours per week and offers flexibility in how those hours are structured.
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While this position is primarily an on-site role, occasional work-from-home arrangements may be available when operational requirements permit. Unlike many school-based administrative positions, this role works throughout the school holidays and includes four weeks of annual leave (pro-rata).
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This is a hands‐on role suited to an experienced finance professional who enjoys working with detail, managing competing priorities and maintaining robust relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
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You will play an important role in ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately and efficiently, financial records are maintained to a high standard, and the School's financial controls and compliance requirements are met.
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The successful applicant will also provide support across the broader Finance function, including payroll and finance administration as required.
Why You'll Love This Role n
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Permanent part-time position (0.8 FTE, 30.4 hours per week)
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Pro-rata salary of $60,000 to $71,000 (.8 FTE) plus *****% superannuation
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Generous staff fee discounts for eligible employees with children enrolled TAS
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Flexible work arrangements with the option of working across four full days or five shorter days
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Consistent year-round employment,



including school holiday periods
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Four weeks' annual leave (pro-rata)
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A supportive and collaborative Finance team
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The opportunity to contribute across multiple areas of the School community
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A values-driven workplace where people are known, supported and appreciated
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What You'll Do n
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Process and authorise accounts payable invoices in accordance with School policies and procedures using TASS and MYOB
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Process high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding, approvals and supporting documentation
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Manage supplier payments, including electronic funds transfers and cheque payments, ensuring appropriate authorisation and compliance
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Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly
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Maintain the supplier database and assist with scheduling batch payments to support effective cash flow management
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Reconcile and administer the School's Corporate Card program, including issuing new cards and processing monthly statements
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Maintain accurate accounts payable records and documentation in accordance with records management, privacy and archiving requirements
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Assist with maintaining the School's asset register
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Support month‐end and year‐end finance activities, reporting requirements and annual audit preparation
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Provide finance support to the Clothing Shop, including invoices and payment runs, stock codes, barcodes and stocktake
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Assist the Toowoomba Parents & Friends Association and Toowoomba Anglican School Foundation with payables, receivables, bank reconciliations and month-end reporting using MYOB
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Assist the Toowoomba Anglican School Association with processing the bank file
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Assist with setting up Square terminals for School events and functions
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Contribute to regulatory compliance obligations, including Modern Slavery reporting requirements
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Respond professionally and efficiently to supplier and internal stakeholder enquiries
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Identify and contribute to opportunities to improve financial processes and workflow efficiency
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Provide backup support across the Finance function, including payroll and other finance administration duties as required
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Ensure compliance with financial controls, School policies and relevant legislation and regulations
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What You'll Bring n
We are looking for someone who is reliable, collaborative and highly organised, with strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
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You will ideally bring:
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Demonstrated experience in Accounts Payable and Finance Administration
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Previous experience processing invoices, supplier payments and reconciliations
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Experience maintaining accurate financial records and resolving discrepancies
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Experience using financial management systems, preferably TASS or similar accounting software
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Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency across Microsoft Office
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Solid organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment
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Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
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Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, staff and external stakeholders
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Experience supporting audit processes and compliance reporting requirements
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A collaborative approach and willingness to support broader Finance functions, including payroll and administration, when required
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A high level of confidentiality, professionalism and integrity
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A commitment to ongoing professional development
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Experience working in an independent school environment is desirable but not essential.
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Closing Date: 4 November ****
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We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.
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📌 Accounts Payable Officer (0.8 Fte) (Toowoomba)
🏢 Toowoomba Anglican School
📍 Toowoomba