Finance Officer

On-site | Permanent Part-Time - 3-4 days a week
About Us
Western Private Hospital, located in Footscray, is a 62-bed private acute hospital and is the longest serving private hospital in Melbourne’s west providing much needed services to the people in the expanding North West and Western regions of Melbourne and surrounding areas.
We are fully equipped for a comprehensive range of surgical procedures including general, bariatric, oral max, colorectal, endoscopy, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, orthopaedic, gynaecology, IVF, plastics, vascular and urology, as well as diagnostic and interventional cardiology and high dependency services.
WPH’s facilities include four Operating Theatres, CSSD, Day Procedure Unit, Day Oncology Unit, Overnight Ward for CCU, HDU & Surgical patients, Cardiac Catheter Laboratory, Specialist Consulting Suites, PET Centre/Nuclear Medicine 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 working 3-4 days per week 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 all 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 creditors with vendor statements
Process accounts receivable invoices and follow up on outstanding debtors
Banking duties including payments, receipting and reporting
Monitor accounts payable mailbox and respond to / follow up / resolve queries
Administrative duties including scanning / filing / archiving
Assisting with month end processes including bank, credit card and bank reconciliations, fixed asset register and other ad hoc reporting and queries
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 Central 365 is desirable)
Understanding and general knowledge of Australian 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 provide a National Police Check conducted within the previous 6 months and evidence of Australian Residency / Full Working Rights such as Australian passport, birth certificate, citizenship or VEVO/Visa Grant Details (No Sponsorship available)
**APPLICATIONS CLOSING DATE**: 3rd November 2025 (or earlier if position is filled)
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