Accounts Team Leader

Work for an organisation that makes a positive difference
- Permanent full-time role based in Brisbane CBD
- Competitive Salary + Salary Packaging up to $15,900 tax-free

Join CPL - Choice, Passion, Life and be part of an organisation that makes a difference in people’s lives every day

CPL is a leading provider of disability support services in Queensland and Northern New South Wales. We're on a mission to empower people with disabilities and older Australians to live the life they choose. We believe in creating an inclusive society, and our dedicated team is committed to providing the very best support, guidance, and understanding to our clients.

As an Accounts Team Leader based in our Brisbane CBD Office, you will support and lead our Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable team. This role supports continuous improvement in business performance and contributes effectively to the achievement of CPL’s overall vision and purpose.

**What would I be doing?**
- Lead, support and supervise Finance Officers, including workload allocation, daily oversight, and performance monitoring to ensure team effectiveness and development
- Manage the end-to-end collections process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and receipting. Strengthen collection processes to reduce the risk of bad debt and improve overall cash flow
- Oversee timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments in line with agreed terms and CPL policies.
- Perform and review complex reconciliations for both supplier and debtor accounts, including monthly balance sheet reconciliations resolving discrepancies and ensuring data integrity
- Drive efficiency and continuous improvement in AP/AR processes through optimal use of the ERP system and automation opportunities
- Lead the development and implementation of centralised invoicing and debtor recovery procedures to support consistent and efficient practice across the organisation
- Please see attached position description for all requirements & responsibilities of the role._

**Requirements include**:

- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a finance team leader or supervisory role within a large, high-volume transactional environment
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to deliver high levels
of accuracy and quality in financial data management and reporting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and manage competing demands
- Demonstrates flexibility and resilience in evolving environments; embraces change and understands that systems and processes may still be developing
- Proactively identifies opportunities to improve financial processes and operational efficiency, contributing to broader organisational improvement.

**So why would I choose CPL?**

When you join our team, you can benefit from the following:

- ** Tax-Free Savings**: Increase your take-home pay by packaging up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free.
- ** Entertainment Expenses**: Use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income for entertainment expenses, such as meals and holiday accommodation.
- ** Grow Your Career, Your Way**: We're committed to your professional development. Share your ideas, challenge the status quo, and collaborate with our team.
- ** Take Care of Yourself and Your Community**: We understand the importance of well-being. That's why we offer generous leave benefits, including annual leave, personal leave, compassionate leave, and comprehensive paid parental leave.
- ** Employee Assistance Program**: Access to free and confidential counselling services for you and your family members.
- ** Embrace Diversity, Celebrate Uniqueness**: We believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
- ** A supportive and inclusive work environment**.
- We kindly request _**_no_**_ recruitment agency enquiries or agency applicants at this time._

CPL is committed to providing a workplace that fosters a culture of respect, understanding and inclusion.