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At Kongsberg Defence Australia (KDAu), we are proud to be building sovereign capability right here in Australia. Join us to be part of part of a something meaningful, playing an essential role in delivering mission-critical projects and advanced defence systems in close collaboration with our global colleagues and local industry partners.
 
Join our team at the Kongsberg Missile Facility (KMF) in Newcastle, a state-of-the-art manufacturing and integration site purpose-built to deliver cutting-edge missile systems to the Australian Defence Force. This facility represents a significant milestone in Australia’s sovereign defence capability and offers the chance to work on projects that have national impact.
  
What makes KMF unique:

• Australia’s first purpose-built missile manufacturing facility.
• Hands-on involvement in end-to-end production, from assembly to testing.
• Opportunities to work closely with global Kongsberg teams and advanced technology partners.

We are currently seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to manage  payment invoices and contribute to the smooth running of financial operations within a dynamic and collaborative team. 


About the role:
As an Accounts Payable Officer, you will:

• Check and process invoices with precision and efficiency.
• Accurately code invoices to the correct cost centers.  
• Match invoices with approved purchase orders and ensure compliance with financial delegations. 
• Coordinate payment approvals and respond to invoice and payment queries. 
• Support month-end processes and assist with accounts payable ad-hoc reporting. 

What you'll Bring:

• Proven experience in an accounts payable role.  
• Understanding of accounting and accounts payable principles. 
• Accurate data entry skills with a high level of attention to detail. 
• Experience in the use of the Microsoft Office 365 products suite. 

 Mandatory Requirements:  

• Must be able to access information controlled under the US International Traffic of Arms Regulations (ITAR). 
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian security clearance.  

  
Why Join Us:
We are committed to being an employer of choice. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) offers industry-leading benefits including:

• Generous paid parental leave (26 weeks primary carer / 4 weeks secondary carer)
• 5 weeks annual leave and additional leave options.
• Above-superannuation guarantee employer contribution.
• Access to the WhereFit program, providing exclusive discounts on health, fitness, wellbeing, and lifestyle services.
• Ongoing professional development, training, and career pathways.

For more information or to have a confidential discussion please contact us at kdauhr@kongsberg.com.

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