Accounts Officer

7 days ago

Lismore New South Wales Australia Northern Rivers Community Gateway Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
  • PPT - 15 hours over 3 days per week. Wednesday to Friday
  • SCHADS level 2 + Super + Bonus leave + Generous salary packaging options (take home more pay)
  • Immediate start - Join our collaborative and welcoming team at Community Gateway

Community Gateway strongly values our employees and the important work they do for the community in delivering emergency relief and welfare services, community connections, health inclusion and community capacity building.

Established in Lismore nearly 50 years ago, we are firmly embedded in the communities we support.  Today we are a QIP accredited organisation, with over 20 programs and services in Lismore, Grafton, and across the Far North Coast.

We provide a range of initiatives to develop and recognise our staff, and provide opportunities for regular team building events, and collaborative projects.

The Role:

We are seeking a detail orientated, self-starter, who has strengths for efficient processing of accounts payable, accuracy for data entry and systems maintenance, plus good organisational and communication skills to contribute to the financial operations of our organisation. In this position, assist in maintaining the integrity of our accounting practices, through alignment to organisational polices and practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process and electronically prepare invoices for payment.
  •  Prepare GST and PAYG tax payments and lodgments.
  • Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Maintain supplier records and contact details.
  • Administer the vehicle fleet, including servicing schedules and insurance records.
  • Respond to internal and external inquiries.
  • Complete administrative and reporting tasks accurately and efficiently.
  • Contribute to organisational planning, performance reviews and risk mitigation strategies.

Selection Criteria:

Essential


  2. Relevant certificate level qualifications and/or working experience in accounts payable
  3. An understanding of working with confidential documents and established work processes
  4. Ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders
  5. Experience in the use of Microsoft and database programs and accountancy software packages

Desirable


  2. Experience using Reckon accounting software or similar

More reasons to join Us

  • Bonus leave during the December/January in accordance with current policy
  • Monthly staff meetings - free catered breakfast
  • Pathways for career progression and opportunities to join various internal committees
  • Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work in the beautiful Northern Rivers region.
  • Above award paid parental leave
  • Discounted fees when enrolling children in our Rainbow Region Kids outside of school hours child care program

Community Gateway is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQSB+, living with a disability, and from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. 

How To Apply

Click on the button and you will be directed to the online application. 

You will be able to download a copy of the Position Description after uploading your resume.

Please also include one page cover letter outlining how you meet the selection criteria. Only applicants who address the selection criteria will be considered.

More information

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