Accounts Payable Officer

Synopsis
Accounts Payable Officer

• Full-time - Temporary role (Parental Leave Cover)
• $39.17 per hour + superannuation
• Great work-life balance | Flexible working options available

Are you ready to bring your financial skills and eye for detail to a dynamic local government team?
Wodonga Council is seeking a motivated and detail-focused Finance Officer to support our Finance team with accounts payable, purchase card, and purchase order systems. This role plays a key part in ensuring timely payments, accurate financial records, and efficient processes. If you're ready to bring your skills to a supportive, forward-thinking organization, we'd love to hear from you

• Process Payments and Transactions Manage the end-to-end processing of invoices and purchase card transactions, ensuring payments are accurate, timely, and aligned with council procedures.
• Support System Users Be the go-to contact for staff needing help with purchase orders, accounts payable, or corporate card systems—providing clear guidance and troubleshooting support to keep things running smoothly.
• Maintain Financial Records Reconcile accounts, follow up discrepancies, and ensure all financial data is accurate and audit-ready, supporting strong internal controls and reliable reporting.
• Improve the Way We Work Actively contribute ideas to streamline processes and make our finance systems more efficient, while adapting to changes and working as part of a collaborative, solutions-focused team.

Why join us?
At Wodonga Council, we support your growth and wellbeing with:

• Career Development – Ongoing learning, mentoring, and progression opportunities.
• Leave Entitlements – Generous and flexible leave to support work-life balance.
• Flexible Work Options – Where applicable, enjoy adaptable hours and remote work arrangements.
• Health & Wellbeing – Access to Fitness Passport, EAP, and other wellness initiatives.

Location – onsite
Key Selection Criteria
Our ideal candidate will be able to show us the following.

• Demonstrated experience in accounts payable and financial administration Proven ability to accurately process high volumes of invoices and transactions in accordance with established procedures and deadlines.
• Proficiency with financial software and Microsoft Office applications Strong skills in using finance systems, spreadsheets, and databases, with the ability to quickly learn new programs and maintain data integrity.
• Ability to reconcile accounts and maintain accurate records Experience in reconciling ledger accounts and preparing documentation that supports audit requirements and financial reporting.
• Well-developed interpersonal and customer service skills Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, including providing system support and resolving queries.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Capacity to manage competing priorities, apply judgement to resolve issues within established guidelines, and contribute to process improvements in a team environment.

How to Apply

To apply, visit Wodonga Council — Careers

Click "Apply" To

• Complete our online application form
• Submit a brief cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria
• Upload your current resume

Support on how to complete these tasks can be found here

Pre-employment Requirements
Before commencing, the successful applicant must provide:

• A National Police Check (issued within the last 3 months)
• A current driver's licence

Enquiries
Team Leader Accounts Payable & Reporting –
Melissa Inskip
– | [email protected]

Applications close
11.59pm
, Sunday 30th November 2025
This position may be filled prior to the closing date if an exceptional applicant is identified.