Finance Administration Officer

Echuca, VIC
Local Government Industry Award – Level 5

Part Time Role - 30 hours per week Monday to Friday (flexibility available for the right candidate)

Are you a detail-driven finance qualified who thrives in a small, purpose-driven team? Campaspe Port Enterprises (CPE) is looking for a Finance Administration Officer to keep our financial operations running accurately and efficiently, so our team can stay focused on delivering exceptional visitor experiences.

CPE is an independent company established to lead tourism development within the iconic Port of Echuca precinct. We're a values-driven team that puts the visitor at the centre of everything we do and that means having rock-solid finance and admin support behind the scenes.

About the role

This is a hands-on role where accuracy, reliability and a proactive mindset matter. You'll own the day-to-day finance function from payroll and accounts payable through to bank reconciliations, cash handling and providing trusted support to the CEO and broader management team.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Maintain and regularly update the Xero accounting package

- Process fortnightly payroll including superannuation and payroll-related payments

- Receive, code and match supplier invoices to purchase orders or approvals; prepare payment runs for CEO authorisation and handle supplier queries

- Count, reconcile and bank all daily cash takings

- Provide accounts receivable support including raising customer invoices, allocating receipts, following up outstanding debtors and reporting on aged receivables

- Complete regular bank, credit card and cash reconciliations in Xero, resolving discrepancies and preparing reconciliations for CEO review and sign-off

- Manage incoming financial correspondence in a timely and professional manner





- Support records and filing, meeting preparation, document management and general office administration

- Provide internal customer support to a consistently high standard

- Contribute ideas and participate in continuous improvement processes

- Other duties within training and competencies as required

About you

You're organised, dependable and take real pride in getting the details right. You work well with limited supervision and aren't fazed by a varied workload.

You will have:

- Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Business Administration, or equivalent — or a minimum of two years' bookkeeping experience

- Sound working knowledge of Australian accounting standards, GST and payroll obligations

- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including maintaining workbooks for reconciliations, budgets and reporting

- Experience in Xero, with the ability to adapt quickly to new systems

- Working knowledge of payroll systems, preferably Employment Hero

- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work to deadlines and operate with limited supervision

- Well-developed communication and organisational skills

- High level of integrity, accountability and attention to detail

What you’ll need

- Working With Children Check (Mandatory)
- A commitment to workplace health and safety

Why Join Us?

- Be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team in one of regional Victoria's most loved destinations
- A varied role where your contribution directly supports the organisation's operations and mission
- Work alongside a small, collaborative team in a unique tourism setting

Applications close at 5pm on Friday 14 August 2026. Interviews for shortlisted applicants may commence before the job ad closes, don’t delay!

For enquiries about this position please email: *******@cpeechuca.com.au

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📌 Finance Administration Officer (Echuca)
🏢 Campaspe Port Enterprise
📍 Echuca