Finance Accounts Payable

**Commencement Date**: Term 4, 2025
- **Permanent Part Time**: 1 FTE (41/52)

**About Us**

Wyong Christian Community School is a wonderful school with a strong community spirit. Set on 21 acres in a beautiful semi-rural setting, we have been building God’s Kingdom for 31 years.

Applications are invited from experienced Accounts Payable / Procurement Officers with a strong commitment to Christian community.

**About the Role**

Join WCCS as an Accounts Payable / Procurement Officer and play a vital role in managing financial transactions and procurement activities to support our mission. This position offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant Christian community, contributing to our vision, mission, and values.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Accounts Payable
- Input and process supplier invoices accurately
- Perform monthly account reconciliations and assist with financial reporting
- Maintain the accounts payable ledger in line with organisational policies
- Utilise accounting software (Xero) and payment systems (ApprovalMax, Stripe, Square)
- Ensure compliance with financial processes and procedures
- Procurement & Purchasing
- Administer and monitor purchasing processes in accordance with organisational and government policies
- Create, approve, and manage purchase orders, ensuring correct pricing, cost centres, and delegated approvals
- Develop supplier relationships, negotiate terms/prices, and manage contracts for optimal value and budget adherence
- Coordinate end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, including confirmation of goods/services and payment
- Evaluate supplier invoices, manage queries, and resolve discrepancies
- Conduct cost modelling and analysis to support negotiations and cost reduction initiatives
- Manage supplier contracts, KPIs, authorisations, and contribute to tender/quotation documentation

**Essentials**
- Active Christian faith: Regularly attend a Christian church and actively support Christian values
- Commitment to WCCS Vision, Mission, Values, and Statement of Faith
- Outstanding negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Advanced cost modelling and analysis using Excel/business analytics tools
- Strong communication with staff, parents, suppliers, and government agencies
- Problem-solving mindset focused on continual process improvement
- Experience in accounts payable and procurement functions in medium/large organisations
- High proficiency with accounting software and payment systems
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
- Valid Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

**Desirables**
- Formal qualifications in Business, Accounting, Economics, or Supply Chain Management
- Previous experience in a school or educational environment.
- Experience with Xero, ApprovalMax, Stripe and Square

**Remuneration**

Salary will be negotiated in accordance with the NSW Christian Schools General Staff Multi-Enterprise Agreement.

This position is ideal for an applicant who wants to make an impact within a Christian educational setting, bringing both financial expertise and a heart for service. If you’re passionate about both finance and faith, we encourage you to apply.

**Please Submit**
- Cover Letter
- Employment Application Form
- Resume

**How to Apply**
- Review the Finance Accounts Payable Officer Role Description.
- Download and complete the Employment Application Form for General Staff.

**Applications close on Monday 1st September 2025**.