Accounts Payable Officer

Location:
Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

• Contribute to diverse finance functions, fostering career growth in our innovative environment.
• Full-time Accounts Payable Officer in our dynamic Adelaide CBD team, enhancing Aviation Finance operations.
• Thrive in a supportive, positive work culture.

About the role

Join Babcock Australasia and be part of a team that keeps our Aviation and Critical Services business moving. We're looking for an Accounts Payable Officer to take on a full‑time, permanent role based at our Adelaide CBD Head Office, reporting directly to our Accounts Payable Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role where accuracy, attention to detail, and teamwork really matter. You'll be at the heart of our finance operations, ensuring invoices are processed smoothly, supplier data is managed with care, and payments are delivered on time. From reconciling statements to resolving queries, you'll play a key role in maintaining strong relationships with our suppliers and supporting the wider finance function.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a busy environment, takes pride in their work, and communicates clearly and confidently. You'll need to be organised, able to plan your day effectively, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a supportive team.

At Babcock, you'll be joining a global organisation trusted to deliver critical services across aviation, defence, and emergency response. We offer a collaborative workplace where your contribution is valued, and where you'll have the chance to grow your skills and career in a business that makes a real difference to communities across Australasia.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain a Defence Security Clearance.
• Previous experience in a similar position.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Experience with electronic accounting systems and MS Office products.
• Experience with IFS, Sage and Pagero (highly desirable).
• Clear and effective communication skills.

What we offer you

• We provide an agile work environment where you're able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer a compressed week which can provide you even more flexibility;
• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
• You'll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• You'll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
• Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the 'Apply Now' button below.

To learn more about Babcock visit

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain Defence Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

This position requires working with, or exposure to, US and AU export controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 will be assessed.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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