Community Enterprise Queensland – Cairns QLDAre you ready to embark on a career journey that offers skilled growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and deliver a meaningful impact?
Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks a dedicated individual to fill the fixed term role of Finance Officer - Accounts Receivable.As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our support services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities.
Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.
Your role will be based in the busy and culturally diverse Cairns Support Office.It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is "Caring, every day, always") and aspirations.
If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland.
To take this step in your exciting career journeying,About the roleJoin CEQ in Cairns and support the financial operations of an organisation dedicated to strengthening First Nations remote communities.
As part of a collaborative and supportive Finance team, you'll assist in managing accounts receivable, cash reconciliations, debtor administration and customer accounts, helping to deliver accurate financial outcomes and exceptional service.Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands,



the Finance Officer will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and plays an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.Key Duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to)Daily cash receipting to accounts and processing of debtor transactions as requiredMatch eftpos and ATM receipts to bank statementReconcile and close cash register drawers for designated storesOrganise cash drops for all Stores including liaising with Store Staff, Airlines and Cash Service ProvidersCreate payments in banking application software for cash transfersPrepare month-end reconciliations for accounts where requiredPerform month end and year end close off processes as requiredResolve any subsidiary ledger coding issues where requiredMaintain customer relations through high level customer support including follow-up on outstanding debtor accountsManage credit limits and enter payment plans where appropriateManage and process CEQ Christmas Club applications and paymentsProcess electronic payments for customer refunds as requiredReview and update the administration manual as requiredWork on special projects as requiredAssist the Accounts Payable function in the preparation of payment runs weekly if requiredGeneral administration tasks associated with finance department functionsPrint invoices and file when requiredStore filingMonitor WH&S; to ensure staff safety and a safe workplaceQualifications & ExperienceHold or working towards a Certificate III in Accounts Administration is desirable,



but not essentialPrevious experience in a similar role with similar responsibilities in a multi-site commercial or government environmentDemonstrated ability to manage a large customer ledger and working in a large and complex business desirable, but not essentialExcellent customer service skills and telephone etiquetteAbility to quickly learn new software applications and use sameCurrent Criminal History check - no more than 3 months oldSoftware & Systems ExperienceIntermediate to advanced level of competency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)Experience using whole of enterprise systems - specifically Pronto Xi or similar ERP systemsFamiliar with the operations of computerised based debtor systemsDemonstrated ability to use productivity applications and web-based banking softwareTeamWork as part of Corporate Services within the Finance team and provide support to the Financial Accountant as reasonably requiredAbility to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team membersBuild and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity and the success of CEQOur CultureCEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.4 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loadingAbility to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,****** p.a. (meals & entertainment options)Employee assistance program (counselling & support services) availableWorkplace health and wellbeing initiativesApplicationsApplications close 5pm Wednesday, 16September ****.First Nations applicants are encouraged to apply.
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📌 Finance Officer - Accounts Receivable (Queensland)
🏢 Community Enterprise Queensland
📍 Queensland