Seeking a Finance Officer, specialising in Accounts
Payable
Fixed-term, full-time opportunity (until January ****)
An exciting opportunity to further develop your career in
Finance
About the Role
Take the next step in your finance career with an exciting
opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team.
In this role,
you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth and efficient
delivery of Accounts Payable functions, while gaining valuable
experience in a fast-paced and professional environment.
This is a
fantastic opportunity to further develop your skills, broaden your
expertise, and make a meaningful impact within a leading
organisation.
The Finance Officer - Accounts Payable is part of the Finance
team that oversees the financial operation of the Whole School and
the CGS Foundation.
This position will assist the financial
operations of the School ensuring these are completed in an
efficient and accurate manner.
As a member of the Whole School Finance team, the key
responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
Process Purchase Orders and Supplier Invoices accurately
through the School's accounting program
Process all Creditor payments including Bank Transfers,
International, BPAY and Direct debits
Monitor interest rates to facilitate Bank transfers of
daily funds to manage School cashflow requirements
Maintain and develop the Creditor and Purchase Order
components of the Schools online Financial System including
assisting users with training and support
Assist in the management of the Staff Travel, Mobile Phone
and Uniform Policy
Triage accounts inbox enquiries and assist with email and
phone enquiries from staff and creditors
Other Finance Department and administrative duties as
directed and required
Manage and distribute Finance Department mail
File audit trails, creditor documentation and other
paperwork as required
Month-end reporting and reconciliations
Assist and manage other Finance Department functions if
other team members are absent as directed and required
Follow-up on overdue payments with creditors
Maintain accurate records and reports in relation to
accounts payable ledger
Document and maintain accurate database communication and
correspondence records with creditors
Provide information when required to allow accurate
reporting and budgeting
Liaise with Auditors during the interim and year-end
process
Implement and update agreement of payments/direct debits
with creditors
Back up for the daily processing of the Bank
reconciliations
Assist and manage other Finance Department functions if
other team members are absent as directed and required
Other Finance Department and administrative duties as
directed and required
About You
You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:
Experience in a similar role
Solid knowledge of financial processes and accounts
payable operations
A relevant tertiary degree or qualification
Excellent technological literacy across a range of
applications
High level of attention to detail
The ability to work collaboratively with other members of
staff
Administrative and organisational skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
All team members at CGS are required to have:
Appropriate qualifications
A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
A current National Police Check; and
Full working rights within Australia.
Working at CGS
We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that
showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional
learning.
Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a
community committed to delivering the highest standard of
education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within
a warm and inclusive environment.
We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who
are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place
student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do.
We
invite candidates of all ages, people with a disability and
Indigenous Australians to apply.
Benefits for you
As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of benefits,
including:
A highly competitive salary
Staff awards programme and generous professional
development funding
Attractive salary packaging arrangements
Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza
vaccinations
24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
School fee concessions
Free parking
How to Apply
Please click the 'Apply' button and submit the following
documents:
Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the
Position Description)
Resume/CV
CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very
seriously.
All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are
subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards
as part of our thorough recruitment process.
An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close
the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are
received.
Attachments:
- Finance Officer - Accounts Payable - Position Description.pdf