Summary

Full-Time, 2-Year Contract

About SAHMRI

The South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) is dedicated to innovative, ground-breaking research that improves lives. Join our Finance team and contribute to an organisation that values excellence, integrity, and teamwork.

About the role

We are seeking an Accounts Payable & Receivable Officer to support accurate and efficient financial operations. Reporting to the Accounts Payable and Receivable Team Leader, you will manage invoicing, payments and debtor processing using Oracle ERP.


Key responsibilities include:

Accounts Receivable

  • Prepare accurate and timely customer invoices and process payments
  • Import data from subsidiary systems into Oracle
  • Manage recurring invoices, donations, and credit applications
  • Maintain debtor records and follow up outstanding payments

Accounts Payable

  • Process fortnightly payment runs and match purchase orders to invoices
  • Ensure invoices are approved, coded, and authorised
  • Prepare payment batches and bank transfers
  • Manage corporate credit cards and expense claims
  • Maintain accuracy when processing high volumes of data

About You

  • A Certificate in Business or similar qualification is desirable but not essential.
  • Experience in accounts payable/receivable in a medium to large organisation
  • Strong attention to detail and data entry skills
  • Knowledge of Oracle or SAP and proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
  • A collaborative, customer-focused approach

Special Requirements

  • Some out of hours’ work may be required.
  • DCSI Employment Screening checks may be required.

Why SAHMRI?

Working at SAHMRI means joining a purpose-driven organisation that values its people. We offer:

  • Salary packaging up to $15,900 to maximise your take-home pay
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
  • Modern, collaborative workplace in Adelaide’s Biomedical precinct
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support
  • Access to cutting-edge research environment and innovative projects
  • Inclusive and diverse culture that values teamwork and integrity

For a copy of the position description, please click here.

For more information, please contact SAHMRI Careers at careers@sahmri.com

Applications close: Sunday 21st December 2025

Applications may close earlier than advertised if a suitable candidate is identified.  

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply

Applications close Sunday, 21 Dec 2025

Contact careers@sahmri.com

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Equity & Diversity at SAHMRI

At SAHMRI, we live our commitment to equity and diversity every day: respecting people as individuals and valuing differences to create a working environment that is fair and flexible, promotes personal and professional growth and benefits from the capabilities of a diverse workforce.

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