Job Title:  Accounts Payable Officer

• Melbourne or Canberra

QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide - including 800+ here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Following a strategic redesign, we’ve sharpened our focus and are investing in the future - starting with the people who will help shape it.

If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial capability for the future.

Applications are now invited from experienced Accounts Payable professionals for a key role in our recently restructured Finance Transactions team. 

Reporting to the Finance Transaction Manager (who is based in Canberra), this role manages the end-to-end Accounts Payable function and is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and overseeing the processing of vendor invoices and staff out-of-pocket expense claims across multiple entities. This includes managing payment processing, supplier relationships, staff expense processing and payment and ensuring compliance with financial policies and internal controls.

Applications are welcome from candidates in both Canberra or Melbourne – this role may be based in either location.

Our ideal candidate for this largely autonomous role requires:

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role, managing end-to-end accounts payables for multiple entities.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable and financial controls including invoice processing, purchase order management and payment cycles.
• Demonstrated experience in reconciling supplier statements and addressing payment issue efficiency.
• Experience in staff expense management and processes around submissions, approvals and compliance.
• Proficiency in financial systems and accounting software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills coupled with both a team orientation and a proven ability to work autonomously.

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold Australian citizenship and be eligible for Australian Defence security clearance.

Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Cathy Riach, People Lead - Talent Acquisition (clriach@qinetiq.com.au).

Applications close Friday 7th November, 2025

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career.   You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave

• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave

• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people. 

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.