Accounts Officer

A little about us

Capricorn is one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest and most dynamic Member-owned organisations. Since 1974, we’ve provided our Members with financial and business solutions to make running a business easier. Our flagship Trade Account offers instant credit with over 1600 Preferred Suppliers, simplified monthly expenses, and a generous rewards program.

We have a strong foundation in the automotive and machinery aftermarkets. Our vibrant community includes over 31,000 Members across Australia and New Zealand, from national franchises to your local family workshop. Last year, Capricorn facilitated nearly $4bn in sales with our Preferred Suppliers.

At Capricorn, we’re about more than just products and services. We work hard to ensure that our Members, Suppliers and People feel like they’re part of something bigger: a Community which is connected and supported to make a difference, while having some fun along the way!

A little about the role

As an Accounts Officer, you will be delivering accurate and timely accounts payable and daily banking services across the Capricorn Group. The role processes supplier invoices and payments, performs bank reconciliations, allocates receipts, supports member and supplier transactions, and maintains accurate financial records. The position works closely with internal stakeholders, Members, Suppliers and banking partners to ensure effective financial controls, high-quality service and continual process improvement.

What you’ll do

Process supplier invoices, staff reimbursements and payments for all Capricorn entities accurately and on time, ensuring payment due dates are met.

Reconcile supplier statements, investigate discrepancies and follow up outstanding invoices, credits and approvals.

Support daily, weekly and monthly reconciliations for all Capricorn bank accounts, investigating and resolving outstanding or unusual transactions.

Complete Epicor activity dashboards, including payment requests, member detail updates, account allocation transfers, supplier support and credit refund cases, and share transactions.

Process end-of-month member direct debit and credit card runs accurately and within required timeframes.

Process authorised manual payments through the banking portal, including payroll, supplier payments and member refunds.

What you’ll bring

Demonstrated experience across accounts payable and transactional banking, including high-volume invoice processing, approvals, payment preparation, receipting and bank reconciliations.

Strong reconciliation and problem-solving capability, with the ability to investigate supplier, bank and account discrepancies and resolve outstanding items promptly.

Confidence using finance systems, online banking platforms and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook, to manage workflows, reporting and stakeholder queries efficiently.

Clear written and verbal communication, with a professional and service-focused approach when working with Members, Suppliers, internal approvers, Finance colleagues and banking contacts.

Experience with an ERP, accounts payable automation or invoice scanning system is desirable.

Epicor experience is advantageous.

Typically 3–5 years of professional experience in accounts payable, transactional banking, bookkeeping or a similar finance operations role, with a sound understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.

Qualifications

Completion of Year 12 or equivalent, with strong literacy, numeracy and administrative capability.

Tertiary qualifications in Commerce or a related discipline are desirable but not essential

A Certificate III or IV in Accounts Administration, Bookkeeping, Business Administration or a related discipline is desirable.

A little on life at Capricorn

At Capricorn, we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive, both professionally and personally. That’s why we’ve built a range of benefits that support wellbeing, development and important moments in life, helping our people do their best work while balancing what matters most to them.

Our benefits include:

· 14 weeks inclusive paid parental leave for all eligible Team Members, providing equitable support for parents and caregivers.

· Two additional days of paid leave to support moments that matter to you.

· Wellbeing, fitness and lifestyle perks through WHEREFIT and Perkbox.

· Learning and development opportunities, including training and study assistance for eligible Team Members.

· Additional benefits such as purchased leave, salary continuance insurance, social club, novated leasing and more.

Sound like you’d be a good fit?

If you’re ready to contribute to a responsive credit assurance function and become part of Capricorn’s growing community, get in touch today.

For further information, support with your application and details on Capricorn, please visit capricorn.coop/careers