Accounts Payable Officer

Join Our Team as an Accounts Payable Officer

Are you passionate about finance and enjoy accounts payable? Are you looking for flexible working conditions that allow you to work during school hours?

About the role:

The Accounts Payable role administers the Accounts Payable function for the Council, including preparation of twice monthly creditors’ payments and associated functions. This role also assists with preparation of internal and external financial reports, end of year / month reporting along with ongoing continuous improvement.

This position presents an exciting opportunity to draw on your previous experience within a finance field and work within a new corporate system within a small rural council.

If you’re ready for a rewarding new challenge and an opportunity where your expertise will contribute to rural communities, then we can’t wait to hear from you! 

This is a part time role and is based in our Wedderburn office

About you:

The successful candidate will have the:

• ability to professionally assist customers and clients.
• proven understanding of accounting practices.
• experience using computer software programs including creditor payments system.
• ability to undertake processes in a timely and accurate manner.
• ability to prioritise, manage and meet deadlines.

For further information regarding this position, please contact Deanne Caserta, Manager Financial Services on (03) 5494 1248.

About us:

Be part of an organisation that understands the importance of work life balance and offers a variety of policies and practices to support you with this. At Loddon, we firmly believe in the importance of investing in our staff.

Located in a unique and wonderful part of Central Victoria, about 175 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, Loddon Shire is home to over 7500 residents, and supports a vibrant and growing agribusiness and horticulture sector. We deliver a broad range of programs and services to enhance the sustainability and liveability for the community.

Carpool services are on offer for travel between Marong and Wedderburn.

To apply:

Please download the application guidelines(PDF, 413KB) and the position description(PDF, 125KB) from the Council website.

Applicants must address the key selection criteria in the position description to be considered for an interview.  

You can apply by the following methods:

• submit via email to recruitment@loddon.vic.gov.au
• submit by mail marked ‘confidential’ to, Manager Organisation Development, Loddon Shire Council, PO Box 21, Wedderburn, 3518
• via the application form on Council’s website.

Applications for this position will close Monday 7 October 2024 at 5pm.