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 skilled 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 significant 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 12.75% 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 chance 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 Contemporary 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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- Strong 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 2026

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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