Team Lead Accounts Payable

The role 

We're seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to step into the role of Team Lead, Accounts Payable on a Temporary Full-time basis. As a key player in our finance department, you will be at the forefront of ensuring seamless and compliant Accounts Payable Services for the Department of Health.

The successful person

You will have demonstrated:

• Demonstrated working knowledge in the use of contemporary financial management information technology, and other software applications (e.g., databases, spreadsheets) relevant to an Accounts Payable function.
• Demonstrated ability to research and review information to assist decision-making, including the ability to utilize relevant financial accounting systems together with experience in review and interpretation of information and in formulating recommendations to management.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and procedures applicable to the Accounts Payable function consistent with Queensland Health and other government agency directives.
• Ability to set priorities, allocate and monitor workloads so that data integrity is achieved in accordance with system requirements and Accounting Standards.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to apply them in managing the daily operations of a team focused on providing a high-quality service to clients across the state.

About us

The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland.  We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace.  Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.

The Corporate Services Division provides support services necessary for Queensland Health to function effectively and deliver essential health services. The Division is responsible for major corporate functions including financial, legal and human resources services, information management services and overseeing key governance functions such as risk, audit and compliance.

The Division is committed to being ‘partners in health service efficiency and quality'. Our aim is to provide multi-dimensional successful partnerships that foster linkages to strengthen relationships in the delivery of our services.

Benefits

• A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity:

• A short-written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.
• Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.