Senior Accounting Services Officer (Pool)

The future of transport?

Be part of it

Working for the Department of Transport (DoT) allows you to play a part in connecting the people of Western Australia. We are a progressive organisation.  We are leaders in providing safe, accessible, sustainable, and efficient transport services and solutions that promote economic prosperity and enhance the lifestyles of all Western Australians.

At the Department of Transport, we foster collaboration, promote well-being, embrace adaptability, and support accountability to deliver exceptional services.

Collaboration          |          Wellbeing         |        Adaptability       |         Accountability

There has never been a more exciting time to join our team and be part of the future of transport!

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Accounting Services specialist to join our team.

This is a varied and interesting role for someone with a proven background in accounts payable and/or receivables. Your demonstrated knowledge and experience in these areas will increase your competitiveness for this role.

Some of the day-to-day activities may include (but not limited to)

• Maintaining customer and supplier information.
• Verifies legitimacy of refunds, supplier, and customer information.
• Processing transactions and adjustments in the receivables and payables systems.
• Performing GST compliance and accounting code checks.
• Managing integration of the sub ledgers to the general ledger.

With this role, you will have a chance to utilise your expertise and develop your career alongside a supportive team. 

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Charmaine Scolt, A/ Manager Accounting Operations on 08 6551 6***.

This is a 12-month fixed term contract opportunity, with the possibility of extension(s) or permanency.

About you

• Perform the full Accounts Payable cycle in a timely and accurate manner, including creating payment runs
• Manage suppliers’ information and cash float register with high attention to detail and standards of integrity and security
• Assist with end of month and end of financial year procedures for Accounts Payable and/or Receivable
• Communicate effectively and deliver excellent customer service
• Be positive, flexible and adaptable to meet business requirements

As part of our team, you will enjoy

• A competitive salary, and 11% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work options with possibility working from home or alternate locations.
• Support from your manager and team, we have a strong team culture and help each other achieve our customer service goals.
• Bright, modern facility close to transport links with a friendly team environment.
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave and 3 public service holidays each year. In addition, long services leave accrues every 7 years.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

The Department of Transport is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact our Recruitment Team at ***********@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6***.

Application Process

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only.

1. A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained in relation to the job description; and
2. A covering letter (maximum two (2) pages) outlining your relevant experience and what you can bring to this role.
3. The CV must contain the complete names and contact information of two (2) referees who can provide feedback on the applicant's capacity to meet all the Essential Work-Related Requirements. At least one of the referees should be the applicant's immediate (most recent) supervisor/manager unless there are exceptional circumstances.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.  If you have any questions regarding submitting your application or would like more information on the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team on (08) 6551 6***.

The DoT may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.

Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance before commencing employment.

What is a recruitment pool?

This is a pool recruitment process; we use recruitment pools to build a bank of talent who we feel might be suited to future opportunities within the Department of Transport. You may join us on a full-time, part-time, fixed term or permanent basis however an appointment is not guaranteed.

This pool process can be used to fill other part time and full-time positions that may arise over the next twelve months. The recruitment pool will remain open for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of first appointment. 

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies at the Department of Transport for a period of twelve (12) months date of first appointment, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.