Description:
About the Opportunity
At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our Community, to help us achieve this we are looking for an A ccounts Payable Team Leader. You will have experience in leading the Account Payable function in a large organisation, strong time management, data entry and communication skills.
On a typical day this role will:
- Ensure Council’s week payment run is completed.
- Reconciliation of creditor statements.
- System / vendor maintenance functions.
- Processing of monthly purchase cards.
- Manage the accounts payable.
To succeed in this role you will have:
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of high-volume accounts payable function in a large organisation.
- Demonstrated experience of supervising staff in order to achieve tight deadlines.
- Highly developed communication and stakeholder management skills to work with community to achieve our shared goals.
- Demonstrated experience in data entry.
- Enjoy working in a collaborative, agile and customer-focused environment.
Remuneration and Benefits
Employment Type: Full time, Temporary until 28 November 2024 - 35 hours per week
Salary (exclusive of super): Starting salary of $1,204.30 per week with the opportunity for competency-based progression.
Benefits:
- Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
- Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
- Career development opportunities
- Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
- Long service leave after 5 years
- Generous employee assistance program
- Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
- Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements
About the Port Macquarie Hastings Region
The region is one of Australia's most enviable locations. We boast a stunning hinterland, kilometres of pristine beaches, national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries, theatres and a genuine community vibe. The Mid-North Coast is perfect for hiking, surfing, camping, fishing, exploration, sports, arts, theatre, food and wine.
Questions?
If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Abie Wheatley, Manager Financial Accounting (02) 6581 8513.
Interested in Applying?
Please complete the application form below and answer the questions which relate to the essential and desirable criteria within the selection criteria then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter.
You will find the position description & selection criteria when you apply for the role.
You may find it helpful to write your response to the questions in a word document then copy/paste this into the application form once you are ready to submit your application.
Applications Close: Tuesday 7 May 2024 11:30pm
Notes :
Your application is being processed through our new recruitment system; we really appreciate your understanding and patience. If you have any feedback, please feel free to reach out to us at jobs@pmhc.nsw.gov.au.
Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.
Please upload documents in PDF format.
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