Finance Officer - Accounts Payable

Seeking a Finance Officer, specialising in Accounts
Payable
Permanent full-time role
Become an integral member of the Finance team
About the Role
The Finance Officer - Accounts Payable is part of the Finance
team that oversees the financial operation of the Whole School and
the CGS Foundation. This position will assist the financial
operations of the School ensuring these are completed in an
efficient and accurate manner.
As a member of the Whole School Finance team, the key
responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
Process Purchase Orders and Supplier Invoices accurately
through the School’s accounting program
Process all Creditor payments including Bank Transfers,
International, BPAY and Direct debits
Monitor interest rates to facilitate Bank transfers of
daily funds to manage School cashflow requirements
Maintain and develop the Creditor and Purchase Order
components of the Schools online Financial System including
assisting users with training and support
Assist in the management of the Staff Travel, Mobile Phone
and Uniform Policy
Triage accounts inbox enquiries and assist with email and
phone enquiries from staff and creditors
Other Finance Department and administrative duties as
directed and required
About You
You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:
Excellent technological literacy across a range of
applications
High level of attention to detail
Experience in a similar role
The ability to work collaboratively with other members of
staff
Administrative and organisational skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
The following attributes are desirable:
A relevant tertiary degree or qualification
All team members at CGS are required to have:
Appropriate qualifications
A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
A current National Police Check; and
Full working rights within Australia.
Working at CGS
We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that
showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional
learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a
community committed to delivering the highest standard of
education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within
a warm and inclusive environment.
We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who
are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place
student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do. We
invite candidates of all ages, people with a disability and
Indigenous Australians to apply.
Benefits for you
As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional
benefits, including:
A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 12.5%
(for permanent team members)
Staff awards programme and generous professional
development funding
Attractive salary packaging arrangements
Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza
vaccinations
24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
School fee concessions
Free parking
How to Apply
Please click the ‘Apply’ button and submit the
following documents:
Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the
Position Description)
Resume/CV
CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very
seriously. All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are
subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards
as part of our thorough recruitment process.
An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close
the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are
received.
Attachments:
- Finance Officer AP - Position Description.pdf