City of Boroondara Hiring for Finance Officer – Accounts Receivable Job at Melbourne Full Time

Perfect role for an experienced accounts receivable officer looking to step into a collaborative team environment in this highly regarded metro Council.

A little bit about the role

Reporting to the Coordinator Financial Accounting the position works professionally with all employees across Council, liaising with relevant external stakeholders including the general public, government agencies, financial institutions and other local authorities.

The role is responsible for maintaining the General Debtors’ Masterfile and following Council’s policies and guidelines. It is responsible for raising invoices and monthly statements, debt collection of overdue debtor balances and administering the Council’s purchasing card system.

Customer service is a strong focus of the position, in managing customer enquiries and internally assisting staff and providing training.

A little bit about you

Your strong customer focus will be well regarded as you consult to understand our customers and deliver in accordance with their needs. You have well developed verbal communication skills, can communication procedural information and training to staff and account queries to external customers.

To perform in the role you possess a high level of computer literacy (Word and Excel). In addition, your high level of accuracy and attention to detail is important and well regarded. You work cooperatively as part of a team environment and commit to shared strategies, priorities and decisions.

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Position description

Our strategic blueprint

Boroondara Customer First Program

What sets us apart?

You will have a voice and we will listen – we value feedback and take action.

You will be supported, stretched and given opportunities to grow and encouraged to realise your potential.

Our Finance team is evolving and this is an exciting time to join us as part of City of Boroondara’s wider transformation.

Employment requirements

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check

In accordance with the Chief Health Officer’s directions, all local government employees must be fully vaccinated from 26 November, 2021 onwards to perform work outside of their place of residence. Appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to provision of evidence of vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencement.

How to apply

Please submit your application online via the ‘Apply’ button by Sunday 19 December 2021, 11:59pm. All applications must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager or from recruitment agencies will be considered.

For a confidential discussion about this position please contact Amy Montalti, Chief Financial Officer, 0411 189 181 (during business hours).

If you want to know more about the benefits of working for the City of Boroondara, please visit our careers website boroondara.vic.gov.au/careers

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers. To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance. Council is a child safe organisation and as such, some positions may require the incumbent to hold a Working with Children Check.

Working together

We are currently undertaking an exciting project that will see a transformation in the way we work and the way we serve our customers. Implementation of the Boroondara Customer First Program will provide a customer centric model of service delivery that includes technological innovation, process improvement and business system renewal – we value your input and look forward to our journey ahead.