Our purpose is to keep Victorians energy safe and ensure energy is used confidently. Through education, regulation and enforcement, we work to ensure that energy safety, supply and efficiency are a priority in Victoria and something our customers can be confident in. Our people come from a wide range of professions with diverse skills and experience driving the success of ESV.
About the opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Controller who will contribute by:
- Checking and processing all creditor and customers' invoices into the financial system for timely and accurate preparation of payment for approval and payment in line with ESV policies and procedures
- Maintaining creditors' and customers' database and Masterfile
- Processing journals as required for approval
- Administering petty cash
- Generating and distributing invoices, including levy invoices, ensuring the appropriate authorisation for all debtor invoices issued
- Proactively monitoring weekly ageing report and ensure collections
- Reconciling daily bank statements and month-end balance sheets
- Arranging for the daily receipting on multiple forms of payments to ESV bank accounts. Preparing deposits for the bank on a weekly basis
- Providing training to all stakeholders on the use of the accounting system
- Managing activity in the accounts inbox to ensure queries are responded
- Communicating with int/ext stakeholders regarding invoicing and payments
- Assisting in month end closing out the accounts and reporting requirements
- A Commerce or Accounting diploma or certificate
- Significant accounts payable/receivable exp in a similar role in the public sector or in a mid-large sized company
- Demonstrated exp operating within strict rules, delegations and legal requirements
- High level attention to detail and accuracy
- Demonstrated strong communication skills, including exp liaising with int/ext stakeholders and maintaining an effective working relationship
- The ability to maintain confidentiality
- Proven time management, prioritisation and strong admin skills
Please refer to the available position description to assess your suitability and submit your current resume and cover letter via the Apply button.
ESV will conduct relevant checks about applicants and the information provided with an application including reference checks and a satisfactory National Police Check.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Rebecca Qi, Financial Accountant, Team Leader via rebecca.qi@energysafe.vic.gov.au.
Applications close at midnight Monday 29 Janaury 2024