Group and Team: Corporate Finance and Performance, Budget and Finance
Location: Town Hall Employment status: Full Time, Permanent.Classification: Municipal Officer Level 2Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024Salary range: $74,667 + 13.5% superannuation.
- Flexible work arrangement and great work-life balance.
- Make a positive impact on your community.
- Collaborative working environment.
About the role
The role will provide excellent customer service in the delivery of accounts payable and accounts receivable services to internal and external customers. Role accountabilities include:
- Help customers and staff with questions about payments, invoices, and the City’s purchasing card program.
- Build strong relationships across the organisation to support good service and a positive workplace culture.
- Enter and check financial data like purchasing card transactions, invoices, payments, and adjustments.
- Keep financial records up to date and help create clear instructions for regular tasks.
- Manage credit accounts by reviewing applications, checking limits, and suggesting changes when needed.
- Send invoices and statements, process payments, and follow up on overdue accounts, following Council rules.
- Do regular checks and reconciliations for accounts payable and receivable to make sure everything matches
About you
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring accounts payable and receivable processes run smoothly? We are looking for a detail-oriented and customer-focused professional to join our finance team!
The desired applicant will have:
- Certificate in accounting or finance and experience in accounts payable/receivable.
- Demonstrated ability and understanding to manage end-to-end accounts payable and receivable processes.
- Previous experience in the use of the NAVision finance system and proficient in the use of technology products generally.
- Proven ability to deliver great customer service and communicate effectively.
- Strong time management and ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
You will have a reflective approach to work, consistently demonstrating organisational values and behavioural standards. If this sounds like you, then it is time to step into the spotlight!
About us
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:
- Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
- Flexible work arrangements
- A wide range of paid leave entitlements.
- Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
- Discounted membership at Hobart Aquatic Centre.
- An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
- Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a robust commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
How to apply
All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to ***********@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.
Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 12 October 2025.
Before you begin
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.
Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:
- Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
- Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
📌 Accounts Payable - Receivable Officer
🏢 City of Hobart
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