Team Leader - Account Payable & Receivable (9878)
Job No:COH23616
Location:Hobart, TAS
Employment Status:Full-time
No. of Vacancies:1
Closing Date: 17 Aug 2025 AEST
Group and Team: Corporate Strategy, Finance and Performance Group, Financial Operations Team
Location: Council Centre
Employment status: Permanent Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $91,137 per annum + 13.5 % superannuation
* Leading and mentoring the Accounts Payable and Receivables Team
* Attractive remuneration package.
* Join a values-driven organisation committed to excellence.
About the role
Join Us as Team Leader – Accounts Payable and Receivable
Are you ready to lead with impact? The City of Hobart is seeking a dynamic and experienced Team Leader to oversee our Accounts Payable and Receivable operations.
In this pivotal role, you will drive financial accuracy, operational excellence, and exceptional customer service across our financial functions. If you are passionate about leading teams, streamlining processes, and making a difference in your community, we would love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities of the role;
* Lead and manage the finance team by providing direction, support, and professional development.
* Manage the daily operations of accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and exceptional customer service.
* Lead a team of four finance officers, providing supervision, coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
* Manage the City's payment processes, credit management, and debt collection in line with Council policy.
* Develop and implement accounting procedures and internal controls to support continuous improvement and mitigate financial risks.
* Reconcile and approve general ledger accounts related to accounts payable and receivable.
* Use financial systems and data proactively to support operational excellence and informed decision-making.
Are you a seasoned finance professional with a passion for leadership? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy mentoring and guiding a team? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you
Essentials for the role:
* Hold a diploma in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, with relevant experience in a similar role.
* Have at least three years' experience supervising and mentoring staff, with a strong ability to foster a positive and high-performing team culture.
* Possess in-depth knowledge of accounts payable and receivable processes within a complex organisation.
* Demonstrate proficiency in financial systems (preferably NAVision) and are confident using a range of digital tools and platforms.
* Have a solid understanding of GST legislation and experience applying financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
* Communicate clearly and professionally, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Why join the City of Hobart?
You will be part of a leadership team shaping one of Australia's most creative and sustainable cities. We are committed to values-led decision making, meaningful community engagement, and creating a culture where our people thrive.
* Attractive Remuneration package and relocation assistance
* Above award wages and leave
* Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.
* Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
* 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 strong 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.
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 recruitment@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 at 11:59 pm Sunday, 17 August 2025.
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 800 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.
Allows you to pre-fill the application using your SEEK profile information and resumé
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Collection of Personal Information
Hobart City Council is collecting personal information from you as part of the recruitment and selection process. Council recognises the importance of privacy and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information collected and/or received by us.
Council's recruitment applications are hosted by external service providers who also recognise the importance of privacy. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge that your personal information will be hosted by these external service providers until such time as you elect not to have your information stored on these external hosted sites.
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Questions
Work Rights
It is a legal requirement for all Australian employers to ensure candidates have the right to work in Australia. Unfortunately, the City of Hobart is not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time so you must have appropriate work rights to apply for this position.
Please choose one and attach a copy of your current Visa: *
* I am an Australian Citizen
* I am a permanent resident of Australia or NZ citizen who has entered Australia on a valid passport
* I am a non citizen with a valid visa that provides work rights and I consent to this being verified
* I am a non citizen who requires visa sponsorship from an employer. Applicants requiring sponsorship will be marked as unsuccessful.
Diversity
Do you identify as either of the following?
* I identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
* I am from a non-English speaking background
* Relevant Qualifications, Licences, and Competencies
Please outline the qualifications, licences and competencies you may have that are relevant to the role (as per the Position Description).
Copies of qualifications and competencies (excluding Driver Licence) must also be attached to your application. *
* Leadership and Supervision
The leadership and team supervising experience is mandatory is this role.Can you describe your experience in leading and supervising teams responsible for Accounts Payable and Receivable? *
* Selection Criteria
Please address the knowledge, experience, skills and competencies for this role, ensuring you provide evidence based examples to support your claim (maximum 800 words). *
* Behavioural Competency
How do you embody the City of Hobart's values (People, Teamwork, Focus & Direction, Creativity & Innovation, and Accountability) in your approach to this role and how do people observe this in the way you lead? Provide a brief example (maximum 200 words). *
I consent to City of Hobart formally verifying the qualifications I listed above. *
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Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) is Mandatory for this Role
Do you hold a current Tasmanian RWVP for employment? Or are you willing and eligible to obtain one? Where available, please provide the registration or application number below. *
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2. No - But eligible and willing to obtain
3. No - Not willing and/or ineligible
4. If yes or willing/eligible, please provide your RWVP registration or application number.
RWVP registration is required before commencement in this position.
Pre-Employment Checks - National Police History and Medical Assessment
The final stage of the recruitment process includes undertaking a National Police History Check and Pre-employment Medical Assessment.
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Resume
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Applicants' Resume demonstrates work experience that supports the requirements outlined in Position Description. *
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* References
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