Finance Officer AP

Who we are

Footprints is a leading not for profit organisation supporting older Australians and people experiencing mental health challenges. Since 1991, we have grown into a multi-site provider known for person-led, innovative and integrated services that enhance wellbeing, independence and social connection. Through strong partnerships across health, housing and community sectors, we deliver meaningful, lasting impact. As a Best Workplace Award winner, we are guided by strong leadership, collaboration and a shared commitment to strengthening communities. 

About the opportunity 

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer Accounts Payable provides comprehensive accounts payable, purchasing, procurement, and general financial administration support. Operating with a high degree of operational autonomy and independent judgment, you will play a vital supporting role in ensuring our finance functions run seamlessly so we can continue delivering vital community services.

About you

You will bring previous experience in a similar role, being able to confidently bring:

• Independently process and verify complex supplier invoices using ProSpend (Expense Management System).
• Manage and execute accounts payable payment runs in accordance with payment terms.
• Oversee and troubleshoot SAP invoice integration files, resolving integration errors or discrepancies.
• Administer ProSpend codes, user workflows, and financial delegations.
• Execute full-cycle reconciliation of Accounts Payable invoice payments against detailed supplier statements.
• Support end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing quotations, onboarding suppliers, and conducting value-for-money comparisons.
• Maintain supplier and contract records, tracking pricing models, renewal schedules, and expiry dates.
• Provide user guidance and system support to internal staff regarding ProSpend workflows.

You will need

• Relevant qualification (e.g., Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping) or equivalent practical experience within a community services or NFP finance setting.
• High-level computer literacy with proven experience in accounting software and packages (such as SAP Business One).
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and financial data analysis).
• Working knowledge of procurement, purchasing budgets, and basic contract administration.
• Ability to work independently under general direction, prioritize workloads, and meet competing deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Ability to obtain a current National Police Check and relevant working-with-children checks (Blue Card, NDIS Worker Screening, and/or Yellow Card).

What we offer 

• Salary packaging up to $18,550 to reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay. 
• An additional day of birthday leave each year. 
• Gifted leave during part of the end-of-year shutdown period, subject to organisational arrangements. 
• Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program. 

Contact 

For further information, please contact Scott at ScottT@footprintscommunity.org.au.

Applications close 20/11/2026. Applications may be reviewed as they are received, and Footprints may commence the selection process before the advertised closing date. 

To learn more about Footprints, please visit our website: https://footprintscommunity.org.au/work-with-us

Equal opportunity 

Footprints encourages applications from all people. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, Footprints strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.  Footprints Community acknowledges the traditional owners of the land and pays respect to Elders past and present, and thank them for their wisdom and guidance.