Accounts Payable Officer
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Accounts Payable Officer
palmlakecareers· Finance
About this role
Overview
Are you motivated, hardworking, and proud to contribute to creating high-quality communities for Australia’s over-50s?Do you enjoy working as part of a team that builds beautiful spaces where people can truly live their best lives?
About Us
Established in 1977, Palm Lake Group is a proudly Australian, family-owned company with extensive experience in developing, constructing, and managing Lifestyle Resorts, Retirement Villages, and Aged Care Facilities across Australia. Our resorts aren’t just places to live they’re vibrant, active communities designed for comfort, connection, and enjoyment.
Join us in redefining over-50s living.
Position Details
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join our Finance team at our Head Office in Southport. This is a Full Time role working 38 hours, Monday to Friday with an established AP team to assist in running the end-to-end accounts payable function across our entities.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing the accounts payable entry process, resolving or querying issues promptly.
- Process supplier invoices, expense claims, and payment runs accurately and on time.
- Monitor & maintain a shared Accounts Payable Mailbox
- Managing New Creditor set-ups, Credit Applications and Change of Details document
- Reconcile supplier statements & accounts, resolving or escalating discrepancies promptly.
- Analyse invoices ensuring accuracy of GL coding;
- Ensuring strict compliance with internal controls
- Prepare fortnightly and monthly scheduled payment runs to meet deadlines;
- Liaise with internal departments and external vendors to ensure smooth payment processes.
- Assist with monitoring of costs & reporting.
- Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting.
What We’re Looking For:
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
- A Current National Police Clearance
2-3 years of demonstrated experience in a high-volume accounts payable role
Strong computer literacy, across Microsoft Suite & online banking systems
Experience across Ezescan, Therefore & Microsoft Dynamics 365 (is highly regarded)
Excellent communication & interpersonal skills, taking a customer service mindset to interactions with all internal & external stakeholders.
Strong organisational skills, able to manage and prioritise workload to meet deadlines
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
A proactive, inquisitive approach to problem solving
Excellent attention to detail
Why Join Us?
At Palm Lake, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional lifestyle communities and providing our staff with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer our team:
- Competitive Remuneration
- Free Parking
- Work-life Balance with flexible working hours (Between 7am-5pm, Mon to Fri)
- 24/7 free access to compassionate, confidential support with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Celebrate Milestones with tenure rewards!
- Supportive team culture– Be part of a vibrant and inclusive team where your contributions are valued
- Career Opportunities -Palm Lake Group spans 4 entities, 27 lifestyle resort communities and 7 aged care facilities across Australia's east coast, from development & construction to resort management & aged care, the career pathways and opportunities with Palm Lake Group are truly endless.
How to Apply
This role is available for an immediate start so if this sounds like the role for you, apply now to submit your CV.
Please note that this role is subject to a pre-employment medical check.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Accounts Payable Officer position at palmlakecareers?
The salary for this Accounts Payable Officer role at palmlakecareers is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Accounts Payable Officer position at palmlakecareers located?
This Accounts Payable Officer role at palmlakecareers is based in Southport, QLD, AU. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Accounts Payable Officer role at palmlakecareers full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Accounts Payable Officer role in the Finance department at palmlakecareers.
Which team or department does the Accounts Payable Officer at palmlakecareers belong to?
This Accounts Payable Officer position is part of the Finance department at palmlakecareers. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Accounts Payable Officer position at palmlakecareers?
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When was the Accounts Payable Officer job at palmlakecareers posted?
This Accounts Payable Officer position at palmlakecareers was posted on Jul 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Accounts Payable Officer
palmlakecareers
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