Accounts Payable Officer
* Full-time - Permanent
* $39.17 per hour + superannuation
* Great work-life balance | Flexible working options available
Are you ready to bring your financial skills and eye for detail to a dynamic local government team? Wodonga Council is seeking a motivated and detail-focused Finance Officer to support our Finance team with accounts payable, purchase card, and purchase order systems. This role plays a key role in ensuring timely payments, accurate financial records, and efficient processes. If you're ready to bring your skills to a supportive, forward-thinking organization, we'd love to hear from you!
Key Accountabilities
* Process Payments and Transactions: Manage the end-to-end processing of invoices and purchase card transactions, ensuring payments are accurate, timely, and aligned with council procedures.
* Support System Users: Be the go-to contact for staff needing help with purchase orders, accounts payable, or corporate card systems—providing clear guidance and troubleshooting support to keep things running smoothly.
* Maintain Financial Records: Reconcile accounts, follow up discrepancies, and ensure all financial data is accurate and audit-ready, supporting strong internal controls and reliable reporting.
* Improve the Way We Work: Actively contribute ideas to streamline processes and make our finance systems more efficient while adapting to changes and working as part of a collaborative, solutions-focused team.
Why join us?
* Career Development – Ongoing learning, mentoring, and progression opportunities.
* Leave Entitlements – Generous and flexible leave to support work-life balance.
* Flexible Work Options – Where applicable, enjoy adaptable hours and remote work arrangements.
* Health & Wellbeing – Access to Fitness Passport, EAP, and other wellness initiatives.
Location – onsite
Key Selection Criteria
* Demonstrated experience in accounts payable and financial administration, proven ability to accurately process high volumes of invoices and transactions in accordance with established procedures and deadlines.
* Proficiency with financial software and Microsoft Office applications, strong skills in using finance systems, spreadsheets, and databases, with the ability to quickly learn new programs and maintain data integrity.
* Ability to reconcile accounts and maintain accurate records, experience in reconciling ledger accounts and preparing documentation that supports audit requirements and financial reporting.
* Well-developed interpersonal and customer service skills, ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, including providing system support and resolving queries.
* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, capacity to manage competing priorities, apply judgment to resolve issues within established guidelines, and contribute to process improvements in a team environment.
How To Apply
To apply, visit Wodonga Council — Careers
Click "Apply" To
* Complete our online application form
* Submit a brief cover letter addressing the key selection criteria
* Upload your current resume
Support on how to complete these tasks can be found here
Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following.
* A copy of a recent National Police Check (less than 3 months)
* A current driver's licence and evidence of eligibility to work in Australia must be provided prior to commencement.
Enquiries
Team Leader Accounts Payable & Reporting – Melissa Inskip – (02) 6022 9320 | [email protected]
Applications close 11.59pm, Sunday 12th April 2026
This position may be filled prior to the closing date if an exceptional applicant is identified.
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