Queensland Government Hiring for Assistant Finance Officer, General Ledger Job at Brisbane Full Time

The role

Reporting to the Senior Finance Officer (General Ledger), this role has responsibility for processing financial transactions in the General Ledger area, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of data in the financial accounting systems, for the Department of Health in accordance with relevant financial management legislative requirements.

The role will performance finance transactional processing including General Ledger upload journals and customer invoice creation and adjustments whilst sustaining a high level of data integrity and accuracy. Other duties include investigating, retrieving, and reporting relevant finance information within the Department of Health’s S/4HANA finance system, preparing end of month reconciliations in accordance with governing General Ledger Accruals, prepayments and reconciliation framework and financial policy requirements. Additionally, the role will provide advice on financial systems procedures and processes, and operate systems including S/4HANA DSS, Microsoft Office Suite, and SharePoint.

The successful person

The successful candidate will demonstrate experience in a similar role, processing financial transactions in a General Ledger environment. You will have knowledge of an integrated computerised financial management system, preferably S4 Hana and other software applications including the Microsoft Office Suite.

You will be a self-motivated team member with a strong focus on delivering high quality, accurate finance services with the ability to communicate clearly, problem solve, and meet deadlines. In addition, you will have a proven track record in building and maintaining appropriate relationships with team members, clients and stakeholders. Your knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures applicable to the recording and reporting of financial information consistent with Queensland Health and other government agency directives will see you succeed in this role.

About us

The Finance Branch, a part of Corporate Services Division, has an accounting, financial policy, systems and budgetary focus. The branch seeks to be the leader of business solutions and support to Queensland Health and its stakeholders through, business advice; strategic financial policy and strong governance frameworks. Finance Branch comprises four units including Budget and Analysis, Statutory and Advisory Services, Finance Solutions and Finance Transactional Services.

Benefits of working with the Department of Health:
By joining the Department of Health you will work within a fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment where every employee plays a critical role in our ongoing success. You will enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter (1 -2 page maximum) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role. For further information, please contact Sandy McWilliam on [email protected] work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.