Accounts Payable/Payroll Officer

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Finance and Taxation team as an Accounts Payable/ Payroll Officer on a permanent full-time basis. About UsWe are a busy Western Australian Port that places the highest emphasis on our people, customers, and community in conducting our daily business. At Mid West Ports Authority, we recognise that our people are our most valuable resource, and we are committed to developing and supporting our workforce and fostering a work environment where our values of accountability, integrity, courage, caring and collaboration are key. Mid West Ports Authority (MWPA) provides an essential service, connecting regional Australia to national and international markets as a specialist port catering to boutique and diverse operations. MWPA operates seven (7) commercial berths and critical marine and land assets which enables the facilitation of trade for the Mid West region, exporting a variety of products including iron ore, grains, mineral sands, non-mineral sands and mineral concentrates. The Port also imports fuel, fertiliser and break bulk cargo. The Port of Geraldton also encompasses the Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour (FBH), home to Geraldton’s fishing industry. The FBH provides significant opportunities for further development of the Port and activation of a thriving commercial and leisure industry hub.We are deeply committed to creating a workforce that is diverse, inclusive and reflective of the communities in which we operate in. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.About the Role:This role will be responsible for processing payroll and Accounts Payable related transactions, whilst supporting the Finance team with other tasks.About YouKey Qualifications and experience:· Demonstrated experience in processing payroll and related transactions;· An understanding of general administrative and financial processes· A high level of written and verbal communication skills;· A good level of competency at utilising Microsoft Office Suite and business databases;· Excellent customer service skills;· Able to prioritise and organise numerous tasks;· Able to learn and undertake a range of duties with limited supervision; and· Able to work effectively in a team environment· Working towards Bachelor of Business/ Commerce/ Accounting or related discipline.Benefits· Flexible Working Arrangements· Health & Wellbeing Program· 20 Annual Leave days per annum (pro rata)· Professional Development and Training Opportunities· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)· Employee Recognition ProgramHow to Apply:For your application to be accepted you must submit the below documents to jobs@midwestports.com.au before the vacancy close date with “Accounts Payable/Payroll Officer- Application” in the subject line.· Detailed Covering Letter outlining suitability as per the Position Description· Current Curriculum Vitae (CV/Resume)Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the advertised vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout MWPA. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.