Finance Officer - Accounts Payable

Part-Time/Full-Time (0.6 – 1.0 FTE), $35.43 per hour (plus entitlements)

The Position

In this exciting opportunity the Shire of Manjimup is seeking a highly efficient and effective individual to undertake the Shire’s accounts payable functions. This role includes, but not limited to:

• Assist in maintaining Council’s books of accounts, having regard to the appropriate accounting standards and the Local Government accounting requirements.
• Provide Council’s purchasing function, creditors and debtors’ preparation.
• Provide back up support to the Coordinator Finance and Administration.
• Monitor Grant Funding from collating through to acquittal.
• Ensure employees follow financial policies and procedures.
• Provide advice on accounts payable issues to management and employees across the shire as required.
• Process payments to all vendors and suppliers.
• Review and enforce accounts payable processes.
• Provide support to the Senior Administration Properties Officer.

Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role you will need:

• 2 years’ experience in a similar position, preferably in Local Government with exposure to debtors, creditors, payroll and grants.
• Experience in accounts payable procedures with computerised accounts payable systems.
• Knowledge of financial requirements, policies and procedures.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of accrual accounting principles and procedures, GST legislation and EFT processes.
• Efficient and accurate numeracy, keyboard and computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Financial management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound time management and organisation skills.
• Sound working knowledge of Local Government Accounting Standards and Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996. (Desirable)

To Apply

Click 'Download' below for the full application package. For further information, please contact Emily O’Neil, Human Resources on (08) 9771 7751 or at hr@manjimup.wa.gov.au Applications can be submitted online, via email to info@manjimup.wa.gov.au or posted to PO Box 1, Manjimup WA 6258.

The Shire of Manjimup reserves the right to commence interviews prior to the closing date.