- An opportunity to drive transformation
- Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks
- Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs
About Us
The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes’ from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.
At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Accounts Payable Coordinator to lead and coordinate the City's Accounts Payable function.
Reporting to the Service Lead Budgeting and Accounting, this role leads a small team responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, creditor payments and related financial transactions. The position oversees the end-to-end accounts payable function, including payment processing, reconciliations, governance reporting and audit support, while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, policies and internal controls.
The role also manages the City's Corporate Credit Card Program and Insurance Claims function and plays a key role in driving continuous improvement, service excellence and strong financial governance across the organisation.
About you
We're seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Coordinator with a strong focus on leadership, customer service and financial governance.
In addition to demonstrated experience, you'll need to have:
- A post-secondary qualification in accounting, finance or business.
- Experience leading or supervising a team in an accounts payable or finance environment.
- Sound knowledge of accounting principles, GST requirements and financial controls.
- Strong reconciliation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience improving processes and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.
Salary and Benefits: Starting from Level 5 Step 1 - Level 6 Step 4 ($96,998 - $112,705) of the City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025, based on qualifications and experience.
Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Amy Hacking, Service Lead Budgeting and Accounting on (08) 9411 3444.
Apply: Hit the apply button and follow the prompts.
You will need to address the selection criteria detailed in the Position Description and Advertisement as part of your application (maximum of two pages).
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia on a full-time permanent basis. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, alcohol and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Closing Date: Friday 21 August 2026 at 5pm. The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.
We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.
Attachments:
- Position Description - Accounts Payable Coordinator.pdf
