Finance Transactions Officer

5 days ago

Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia Essential Energy Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

We currently have a 12-month fixed term contract opportunity for a Finance Transactions Officer to join our Finance division. This role has a preferred location of Port Macquarie, however, anywhere within our operational footprint will also be considered.

In this key role, you'll ensure finance transactional processing and support functions are delivered accurately, efficiently, and in line with regulatory obligations, policies, and performance targets. You'll also provide high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders while contributing to continuous improvement across systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver finance services on time and in accordance with legislation, policies, and compliance requirements.
  • Provide administrative and operational support across billing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions.
  • Investigate process failures and stakeholder disputes, resolving issues at the root cause.
  • Complete reconciliations and internal control processes across daily, weekly, and monthly cycles.
  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders and maintain agreed customer service standards.
  • Support the development, testing, and governance of systems, processes, and documentation.
  • Contribute to training and educational initiatives for finance systems and services.
  • Participate in training and development activities.
  • Undertake ad-hoc tasks and projects as directed.

About You

You're a detail-oriented and service-driven professional with a strong understanding of finance operations. You thrive in collaborative environments and are committed to delivering accurate, timely, and customer-focused financial services.

Qualifications & Certifications

Required:

  • Certificate III in Business or equivalent experience.

Experience

  • Demonstrated experience in a high-volume transactional finance environment.
  • Strong understanding of billing, accounts receivable/payable, and internal control processes.

Skills

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office suite.
  • Ability to document business processes and contribute to continuous improvement.

Why Essential Energy

We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience and 16.5% superannuation.

Essential Energy provides employees with a broad range of benefits through our corporate partnerships with organisations such as Qantas, Optus, nib and Mildura Health Fund. You will also gain access to our Health and Wellbeing programs including fitness passport. Visit our employee benefits page for more information.

For further information please contact Kylie Zeimer, Billing Supervisor on

Applications close on Wednesday 15 October at 11:55pm AEST.

Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including people with disability. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact or call

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