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Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time.
Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound. We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.
The Opportunity
Cochlear has an 12 month fixed term contract opportunity for a Senior Accounts Payable Officer to join our Finance team, based at our Macquarie University campus.
This senior individual contributor role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and employee expenses, while also providing guidance to team members, managing complex reconciliations, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the Accounts Payable function.
You will act as a trusted point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring Cochlear meets its financial obligations while maintaining strong compliance, service and efficiency standards.
Key Responsibilities Include
End-to-end processing of supplier invoices and employee expenses
Participation in weekly payment runs (EFT, cheques, petty cash, Cab Charge)
Resolution of complex and escalated invoice-on-hold issues
Ownership and prioritisation of the Accounts Payable inbox
Monthly reconciliation of key and complex supplier accounts
Liaison with local and overseas suppliers to confirm outstanding balances
Senior point of contact for AP related queries from employees and suppliers
Preparation and processing of Treasury banking transfers as required
Maintenance and optimisation of the virtual Accounts Payable filing system
Delivery of stakeholder training on purchase requisitions and purchase orders
Support process improvements, system enhancements and control uplift
Train and mentor new or junior Accounts Payable team members
Support compliance with 30day small business payment requirements and Payments Times Reporting
To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Have
Essential:
Strong end-to-end Accounts Payable experience in a Windows based environment
Experience managing high volume and complex AP transactions
Intermediate to advanced Excel and Word skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A proactive, customer focused and highly organised approach
Desirable:
Experience with Oracle or large ERP systems
Overseas supplier payments, including SWIFT
Exposure to Treasury or cashflow reporting
Experience in a multinational or manufacturing environment
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
Why Cochlear?
Exposure to a global, ASX listed organisation
Broad stakeholder engagement across the business
Purpose driven work that changes lives
If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.
#CochlearCareers
How we recognise your contribution
At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.
For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time.
Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound. We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.
The Opportunity
Cochlear has an 12 month fixed term contract opportunity for a Senior Accounts Payable Officer to join our Finance team, based at our Macquarie University campus.
This senior individual contributor role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and employee expenses, while also providing guidance to team members, managing complex reconciliations, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the Accounts Payable function.
You will act as a trusted point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring Cochlear meets its financial obligations while maintaining strong compliance, service and efficiency standards.
Key Responsibilities Include
End-to-end processing of supplier invoices and employee expenses
Participation in weekly payment runs (EFT, cheques, petty cash, Cab Charge)
Resolution of complex and escalated invoice-on-hold issues
Ownership and prioritisation of the Accounts Payable inbox
Monthly reconciliation of key and complex supplier accounts
Liaison with local and overseas suppliers to confirm outstanding balances
Senior point of contact for AP related queries from employees and suppliers
Preparation and processing of Treasury banking transfers as required
Maintenance and optimisation of the virtual Accounts Payable filing system
Delivery of stakeholder training on purchase requisitions and purchase orders
Support process improvements, system enhancements and control uplift
Train and mentor new or junior Accounts Payable team members
Support compliance with 30day small business payment requirements and Payments Times Reporting
To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Have
Essential:
Strong end-to-end Accounts Payable experience in a Windows based environment
Experience managing high volume and complex AP transactions
Intermediate to advanced Excel and Word skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A proactive, customer focused and highly organised approach
Desirable:
Experience with Oracle or large ERP systems
Overseas supplier payments, including SWIFT
Exposure to Treasury or cashflow reporting
Experience in a multinational or manufacturing environment
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
Why Cochlear?
Exposure to a global, ASX listed organisation
Broad stakeholder engagement across the business
Purpose driven work that changes lives
If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.
#CochlearCareers
How we recognise your contribution
At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.
For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior accounts payables officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Finance sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Finance is a plus.