Our Client:

Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council is at the heart of the Kowanyama community, delivering essential services and supporting the ongoing development and wellbeing of the region.

This is an opportunity to become part of an organisation where your work has a genuine connection to community. Working within Council’s Finance team, you will help ensure important financial processes run smoothly while supporting the broader operations of Council.

The position offers flexibility to be based in Cairns or Kowanyama, some travel to the community maybe involved.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Officer who enjoys being hands-on, working with numbers and keeping things organised.

You will manage end-to-end accounts payable activities including invoice processing, weekly payment runs, creditor reconciliations, corporate credit cards and staff reimbursements. You will also have the opportunity to assist with purchasing, accounts receivable and other finance activities.

This role would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, values accuracy and wants to be part of a supportive team where their contribution matters.

Your Skills & Experience:

- Previous experience in accounts payable, creditors or a similar finance role

- Experience with invoices, payment runs and creditor reconciliations

- Confidence using accounting systems and online banking platforms

- Strong Excel, Outlook and general Microsoft Office skills

- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet regular deadlines

- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills

- Professional and respectful communication skills

- Purchasing, procurement or accounts receivable experience would be advantageous

- Local government experience would be highly regarded
- An understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and communities

The Offer:

- Permanent, full-time opportunity

- Flexibility to be based in Cairns or Kowanyama

- Salary packaging options available

- Supportive and collaborative Finance team





- Varied role with exposure across broader finance functions
- An opportunity to build strong connections with the Kowanyama community

- Meaningful work supporting Council and the services it provides to the community

A police clearance will be required for this position.

If you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for more than just your next finance role, this is an opportunity to use your skills while contributing to an organisation with a strong community purpose.

Applications close Wednesday, 25 November 2026. This is a full-time, ongoing position based in Cairns, working Monday to Friday. Applicants must be able to work from Cairns and have the legal right to work in Australia in a manner that allows them to meet the ongoing requirements of the position. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants who are relocating to Cairns should outline their proposed relocation and commencement timeframe in their application. How to Apply:

To apply online, click ‘Apply’ at the top of this page. If you have a query regarding the application process, please contact our designated Recruitment Consultant, Goda Kulikauskaite, at *@cbcstaff.com.au or 07 4051 9. Due to client confidentiality requirements, further information regarding the opportunity may only be provided following assessment of your application.

At CBC Staff Selection, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that champions equal chance, embraces diversity, promotes inclusion and prioritises flexibility and accessibility. All communication with CBC Staff Selection is managed in a highly confidential manner, and your details will not be shared with any future employer without your prior consent.

CBC Staff Selection – Redefining Recruitment

With 38 years’ recruitment experience, CBC Staff Selection specialises in providing professional, quality recruitment services to a wide range of candidates and clients throughout both Far North Queensland (Cairns region) and North Queensland (Townsville and Mackay region) as well as Regional Queensland.

Job Reference: 1771931/GK

📌 Accounts Payable Officer (Kowanyama)
🏢 CBC Staff Selection
📍 Kowanyama