Creditors Officer

About the opportunity

Cabonne Council has an exciting opportunity to for an enthusiastic finance professional to join the Finance team as the Creditors Officer.

This position is responsible for providing the effective and efficient functions and duties of accounts payable in regard to payment of goods and services for Council.

This role is a full-time role, based out of the Molong office.

Working for Cabonne Council provides a rewarding opportunity to work for and in a close-knit community, providing flexibility for the perfect work/life balance and career development opportunities. The position operates over a 35-hour week with a 9-day fortnight.

For more detail on the jobs duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached position description.

About you

This position is well suited to a detail-oriented and organised professional with experience in accounts payable and a strong understanding of creditor processes

To be successful in this role, you will possess

• Class C driver’s licence.
• Criminal History Check.
• Qualifications in relevant field and/or previous experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of Microsoft excel and word, and database applications.
• Particular attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated communication skills with the ability to effectively liaise with customers.
• A systematic and organised approach to work with strong prioritisation and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.

Remuneration and benefits

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023 and Cabonne Council’s policies and conditions of employment.

The position is a grade 4-5 in Council's salary system with a weekly gross wage range of $1096.20 to $1244.20 dependant on qualifications and experience.

Benefits of working at Council include

At Cabonne Council we recognise our current and future employees want to work in an organisation that provides more than just a job. We understand meaningful work, the opportunity to develop professionally and personally, and the ability to balance life's priorities are important. We offer our employees a flexible, welcoming, inclusive and safe work environment, along with a variety of attractive benefits.

Our lifestyle friendly benefits include:

• Dedicated training and professional development budgets
• Staff Wellness Program
• Opportunity to extend leave by taking leave at half pay
• Parental leave for primary and secondary carers
• Fitness Passport – unlimited use at participating businesses
• Long service leave available at 5 years’ service
• Salary packaging options

How to Apply

Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application and provide a copy of your current Resume.

Council will only accept applications submitted online.

Cabonne Council operates a merit-based recruitment process.

Interview Process

You will be contacted by phone or email if you have been selected for interview. If you have not been selected for interview you will be advised by email.

Pre-Employment Screening

In the event you are shortlisted for an interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you must be prepared to undergo the following pre-employment screening processes as part of the selection process:

• A pre-employment physical examination (at Council's expense).
• Reference checking – an external company will be used to complete reference checks for preferred candidates.
• Undertake any other applicable screening that may be relevant to the role.
• Checking validity of certificates and qualifications.
• Provide a criminal record check.

Other important details

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Council’s Chief Financial Officer Dale Size on (02) 6392 3200.

Council is an equal opportunity employer embracing access and diversity in its recruitment process.