Finance Officer

On-site | Permanent Part-Time - Minimum 3 days a week
About Us
Western Private Hospital (WPH), is a boutique private hospital servicing the West of Melbourne with the provision of acute services, which has 62 inpatient beds.
WPH’s facilities include four Operating Theatres, CSSD, Day Stay Unit, Day Oncology Unit, Eleanor Overnight Ward for CCU, HDU & Surgical patients, Cardiac Catheter Laboratory, Specialist Consulting Suites, Nuclear Medicine Department and supported by pathology, pharmacy, radiology and radiation therapy services.
About the Role
We have a great opportunity for an individual experienced in all facets of finance from accounts payable/receivable right through to supporting month end processes to join the Finance team and hit the ground running on a permanent part-time basis 3 days per week, and up to 5 days as required, based on-site working in the office in Footscray.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the role will primarily be responsible for completing day-to-day administration and processing for accounts payable and receivable in addition to providing secondary support to the broader Finance team.
The key responsibilities and duties for the role will include (but not be limited to):
Processing accounts payable invoices in Business Central 365 finance system ensuring invoices are coded to the correct general ledger account following correct approval as per delegation policies/procedures
Setting up new creditor details; processing weekly and ad hoc payment runs and ensuring payment terms are met; distribution of remittance advices; reconciliation of creditor statements
Processing accounts receivable invoices and follow up on outstanding debtors
Scanning / filing / archiving and other administrative and banking duties
Assisting with month end processes including bank, credit card and balance sheet reconciliations, collation and analysis of data for budgeting and other ad hoc reporting and queries
Assisting with other associated duties and tasks including assisting with new system implementation
About You
You will pride yourself on being meticulous and providing exceptional customer service; are adaptable to changing priorities and to work well under pressure; have great interpersonal skills with a willingness to help and encourage positive team spirit and attitude; are customer focused - asking questions of customers to clarify needs, striving to meet those needs, following up on customer enquiries promptly and professionally; enjoy problem‐solving and seeking answers/solutions to issues, always willing to investigate and look for alternatives.
Selection Criteria
Relevant certificate or diploma in Accounting, Business Administration or similar field
Well-developed knowledge of and at least 3 years’ experience processing and reporting of accounts transactions using accounting software for medium to large sized businesses (Business Centre 365 is desirable)
Understanding and general knowledge of accounting principles
Strong numeracy skills, attention to detail and analytical skills to identify problems and develop practical solutions
High level organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage competing deadlines and priorities
Demonstrated ability to use initiative, be self-directed and work under mínimal supervision
Capacity to work effectively and collaboratively with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, with intermediate to advanced skills in using Excel spreadsheets (pivot tables, v lookups, etc)
**Some benefits of working at WPH include**:
Fantastic people and inclusive workplace culture with supportive management
Great work/life balance - no weekends or public holidays + enjoy 2 weeks off during Xmas/New Year close down period
Close proximity to public transport and subsidised car parking
Access to a range of health & well-being initiatives, staff discounts and benefits inc. access to confidential counselling services through our EAP for personal and professional support; discounts for physiotherapy/myotherapy/massage services & discounted rates for care in our hospital
Everyone who joins Western Private Hospital
- Must be vaccinated against COVID-19, have yearly Influenza and provide proof of immunisation against, or immunity to, infectious diseases as required per the Health Services Act 1988 (Vic) - NOTE: for this role immunisation requirements associated with Risk Category C (mínimal patient contact)
Must provide a National Police Check conducted within the previous 6 months and evidence of Australian Residency / Full Working Rights (No Sponsorship available)
**APPLICATIONS CLOSING DATE**: 3rd June 2025 (or earlier if position is filled)
WPH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and to ensuring a safe environment for children and young people. We encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Lin