Assistant Finance Officer, AP

The role

The Assistant Finance Officer Accounts Payable is responsible for accurate completion and proficient performance of accounts payable processing, supporting the Accounts Payable Team Lead in delivering departmental targets and priorities.

The successful person

You will have:

* Knowledge of an integrated financial management system and other software applications (eg databases, spreadsheets) relevant to an accounts payable unit, including data entry and retrieval skills.

* Knowledge of, or the ability to acquire knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures applicable to the accounts payable function consistent with the Department of Health and other government agency directives.

* High standard of communication, problem solving and the ability to work effectively in a team environment, meet deadlines and organize work priorities.

* Ability to build and maintain appropriate relationships with team members, vendors and corporate divisions stakeholders.

About us

The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.

Benefits

* A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment

* Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading

* Flexible working arrangements

* Diverse work culture

* Career training and development

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity:

* A short-written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.

* Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.