Ap / Ar Team Leader

Join us and make a difference in the community

Benefits of Working With Us

• Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
• Receive an attractive salary with salary packaging available.
• 1 week shutdown over Christmas and New Year annually (includes 3 days of additional paid leave + public holidays)
• Paid parental leave.
• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
• Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu shots and more.
• Modern office space and facilities.

Join us today!

Position Description

The Finance Department are currently seeking a Team Leader for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable to support the Finance Manager in ensuring the proper financial management of our agencies. This is a Permanent Full-Time position based at our Newcastle West office.

Key Tasks:

• Provide guidance, support and assistance to ensure team are following correct process.
• Serve as primary contact for resolving AR/AP issues.
• Prepare weekly EFT & Bpay payments.
• Assist and resolve AR/AP enquiries.

Experience/Criteria

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role, where you are the subject matter expert.
• Experience using a large ERP software, such as TechnologyOne.
• Providing support and guidance to team members.
• Manage high volume of transactions in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to manage all escalated internal and external AR/AP issues.
• An understanding of and the application of key accounting concepts and taxation.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and implementation of new software and processes.
• High level computer literacy including experience, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Accounting (Desirable)

To Apply

Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:

• Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals.
• Your qualifications and experience in a similar position.

For further information regarding this position, please contact *********@mn.catholic.edu.au

Applications close: 11:59pm Thursday, 7 March 2024

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.

All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.