Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact? Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks a dedicated individual to fill the pivotal role of Finance Officer – Accounts.
As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our 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, with occasional travel to other locations, often involving small air and watercraft and unique experiences in Country.
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, apply for this role.
Summary
The Finance Officer – Accounts supports both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, including supplier payments, customer receipting, reconciliations, financial administration, and occasionally assists with Payroll tasks.
Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands, this position 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.
Qualifications & Experience
* Certificate III in Accounts Administration or working towards a relevant qualification
* Demonstrated experience in performing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
* Experience in a multi-site commercial or government environment (desirable)
Software & Systems Experience
* Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
* Experience with Pronto Xi or similar ERP systems
* Familiarity with web-based banking and debtor systems
Team
* Work as part of Finance team within the Corporate Services and provide support to the Financial Accountant as reasonably required.
* Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members.
* Promote WH&S compliance and contribute to a safe and supportive workplace
* Build and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity and CEQ success.
Digital
* Developing competency in the ethical use of AI technologies where appropriate and approved by the General Manager – Corporate Services and/or CEO.
Key Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to
General Finance Support
* Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure accurate cash reporting
* Process daily operational transaction files into the accounting system
* Assist with preparing and lodging claims for government funding and subsidies
* Support general ledger reconciliations and reallocations
* Participate in special projects and general finance administration
* Help monitor and review financial data for accuracy
* Assist in reviewing and updating finance procedures and manuals
Accounts Receivable
* Daily cash receipting and debtor transaction processing
* Respond to accounts receivable enquiries and providing timely resolutions
* Reconcile EFTPOS/ATM receipts and store cash drawers
* Organise cash drops and liaise with stores, airlines, and service providers
* Maintain customer relations and follow up on outstanding accounts
* Manage credit limits and payment plans
* Process customer refunds and CEQ Christmas Club payments
* Perform month-end and year-end close-off processes
Accounts Payable
* Process supplier invoices accurately and on time
* Manage weekly and monthly pay runs
* Reconcile supplier accounts and ensure timely payments
* Respond to accounts payable enquiries and providing timely resolutions
* Maintain supplier relations and resolve account issues
* Establish new suppliers in the finance system
* Perform month-end and year-end close-off processes
Payroll (Absence cover)
* Create and maintaining accurate employee records
* Prepare, process, and make payroll payments
* Provide monthly payroll reports
* Respond to payroll enquiries and providing timely resolutions
Essential Requirements
* Willingness to work in a cross-cultural environment, with respect for and a desire to understand traditional Torres Strait Islander culture and customs
* Excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette
* Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
* Familiarity with computerised accounts payable and debtor systems
* Ability to quickly learn and use new software applications
* Current Criminal History check – no more than 3 months old
Annual Performance Partnership
CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion which relates to KPI's aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.
The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ Values, and achieving their professional goals set for the year.