Accounts Payable Officer

Downer Group is looking for a Accounts Payable Officer to join the team. This is a newly created role, and you will have real scope to shape how it works from the first month.

About the role

This is a contract/temp position based in Melbourne, VIC. You will report to the team lead and work alongside a group of people who take pride in doing the basics well.

What you’ll be doing

• Keep records accurate and up to date in our systems
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Follow all safety, quality and compliance requirements relevant to the role
• Report on progress and outcomes to the relevant manager
• Contribute to continuous improvement — we act on good ideas quickly

What we’re looking for

• Relevant experience in a similar role, or demonstrated equivalent capability
• Attention to detail and a genuine sense of ownership
• Relevant qualification or trade certification where the role requires it
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• A positive, safety-first attitude

What you’ll get

• A salary in the range of $104,000 – $113,000 per year
• Structured onboarding with a buddy for your first three months
• Genuine flexible working — hybrid for office roles, agreed rosters for site roles
• Above-market superannuation and salary packaging options
• Paid parental leave and return-to-work support

How to apply

If this sounds like the right next step, we would love to hear from you. Apply with your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this Accounts Payable Officer role suits you. Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Downer Group is committed to a workplace where everyone is safe, respected and able to do their best work.