Ar/ap Team Leader

**Introduction**:
The Opportunity
Are you an experienced finance professional with a strong background in accounts receivable and payable? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, efficiency, and team positivity are key? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you
As the AR/AP Team Leader, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Accounts Manager to ensure delivery of exceptional customer services to the Diocesan agencies. You will act as a system expert in TechnologyOne, providing guidance and support to your team and stakeholders while ensuring best practices in financial processes.
In this role, you will also be responsible for fostering a positive team environment, mentoring team members, and ensuring alignment with team objectives. Your ability to build strong relationships and drive continuous improvement in financial operations will be essential for team cohesiveness and success.
If you’re a motivated professional with a passion for finance, technology, and process optimisation, we’d love to hear from you
Benefits of Working with Us
- Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
- Receive an attractive salary with salary packaging available.
- 1 week shutdown over Christmas and New Year annually (includes 3 days of additional paid leave + public holidays).
- Paid parental leave.
- Flexible work arrangements available.
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program
- A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
- Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu shots and more.

**Description**:
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Accounts Payable (AP)/Accounts Receivable (AR)Team Leader has the responsibility of leading finance officers, to provide training and support as needed.
The Team Leader will work closely with the Accounts Manager to ensure the proper financial management process is applied across all the Diocese agencies. The Team Leader will be responsible for setting strategy and monitoring progress towards team goals with support and guidance from the Accounts Manager.
The incumbent commits to working within Work Health and Safety guidelines and Code of Conduct at all times whilst in the employ of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle.
**Skills and Experiences**:
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
- Experience using a large ERP software, such as TechnologyOne.
- Experience using accounts payable automation software, such as RapidAP.
- Manage high volume of transactions in a fast paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ensuring a high accuracy of team processing.
- Lead a small team by providing support and guidance.
- Ability to solve problems and resolve conflict, both internal & external stakeholders.
- Keep team members motivated and upholding the vision of the team.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimum supervision
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement of processes and implementing new or upgrade to finance systems.
- Ability to work to deadlines and effective time management.
- High level computer literacy including experience, especially Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills, including polite telephone manner

QUALIFICATIONS
- Current Paid Working with Children’s Check (WWCC)
- Certificate IV in Accounting or equivalent (Desirable)

To Apply
Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:

- Please explain why you are interested in this position and how it fits into your career aspirations
- Your credentials and prior experience in a comparable role

**Applications close**: 11:59pm Thursday 6th March 2025
Additional information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.