AddressFinancial Systems Officer
Job Summary
Division Name:
Finance and Contracts
Position No:
34565
Closing Date:
2024-03-26 5:00 PM
Location:
East Perth
Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Salary:
Level 4, SOA, $91,276 - $101,689 pa plus 11% superannuation
About the Job
The Public Transport Authority's (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. As a fast-growing economy, Western Australia's public transport system is recognised as the best in Australia and is one of the most efficient, clean and safe networks in the world. Rail transport is vital for our continued success and growth through our many projects including METRONET to meet the public's needs and expectations. Moving millions of people needs the skill and commitment of a talented workforce.
Join Our Team as a Financial Systems Officer!
About the Role
Are you ready to take the helm of Financial Systems and accounting processes in a dynamic environment? The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is seeking a skilled Financial Systems Officer to play a pivotal role in enhancing our operational efficiency and strategic objectives.
As our Financial Systems Officer, you will provide front-line technical systems, training and administration support, conducting regular health checks and security audits of the Financial Management System (FMS). You'll ensure the accurate and timely transfer of journal interfaces between subsystems and FMS, providing essential assistance with FMS security access and controls. Your role extends to offering first-level functional support to end users and maintaining the non-production environment user access register.
Collaborating with third-party providers, you'll address functional issues with FMS and actively participate in projects focused on enhancement, system upgrades, and customisation. Additionally, you'll take charge of creating, modifying, testing, and managing Business Objects reports, while also executing period-end processing, including daily, monthly, and year-end procedures. Your responsibilities will include maintaining the chart of accounts and hierarchical relationships within the General Ledger, ensuring the integrity and efficiency of our Financial Systems.
About You!
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Business, Commerce, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in using large and complex Enterprise Resource Planning systems in a commercial accrual-based environment.
- Proficiency in system administration, particularly with Ellipse or equivalent financial management systems.
- Strong background in project management and end-user support.
- A good understanding of reporting tools, Microsoft Excel, Word, and financial accounting requirements.
Why Join Us:
- Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways.
- Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym.
- Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles
- Supportive and Dynamic Team Environment
This is a full time, permanent position available for an immediate start.
If you're ready to drive financial excellence and support the strategic objectives of the Public Transport Authority, apply now to become our Financial Systems Officer! Join us in shaping the future of public transportation.
Please note you will be required to complete the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form and an Australian National Police Clearance should you become the recommended applicant through the recruitment process. Adverse outcomes off Integrity reviews and NPC's will not necessarily disqualify an Applicant from the selection process. All PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.
The PTA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur for up to 12 months.
Further Information
Please refer to the attached Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any special requirements relevant to appointment. Please contact Sam Prestianni on (08) 9326 2308 for specific information about the role.
For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to provide the following:
- A current and comprehensive CV with two work related referees and written application addressing selection criteria for 1 and 3 (maximum of 3 pages).
Applicants are requested to apply online using the '
