Job Task Analysis - Financial Accounts Officer

• Full-time permanent position
• Hybrid Working arrangements with an average of 2 days per week working from home
• Band 4 $74,303 – $79,054 per annum plus superannuation
• Location: Mentone

About the team

Our AccessCare department at the City of Kingston delivers support services to older people, individuals with disabilities, their carers, and those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. We deliver government-funded aged care programs such as Home Care Packages (HCP) and Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) and every role in our team helps our clients feel empowered and supported through exceptional care.

About this opportunity

We are looking for a Financial Accounts Assistant to join our dedicated aged care finance team.

Reporting to the AccessCare Finance Team Leader, in this role, you will:

• Verify creditor invoices against planned expenditure
• Process aspects of accounts payable and receivable including purchase orders, reimbursements, invoices and adjustments
• Provide exceptional customer service and financial support to customers, internal staff and external service providers and stakeholders.
• Reconcile and maintain financial data and records completing monthly reporting and year-end procedures.

This position supports the accurate delivery of financial services across the AccessCare department, focusing on tasks such as invoice verification, processing accounts payable and receivable activities, and invoicing. While some finance functions are segmented and managed by our head office finance team, you will play a key role ensuring financial records are accurate, timely and compliant with funding requirements.

What You’ll Bring

Are you detail oriented and time-efficient with a positive attitude who thrive in a collaborative environment? If so, this role is your opportunity to expand your financial and accounting skills while being part of a supportive team committed to making a difference.

We are looking for someone with:

• Qualifications or experience in financial accounts or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with numerical data
• Experience in processing financial accounts, customer service, and administration.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency with financial systems and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience working in the aged care sector or a community service environment advantageous but not essential.

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of:

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. We look forward to hearing from you!

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Anna Vlahakis, Finance Team Leader on 1300 819 200 or Anna.Vlahakis@kingston.vic.gov.au

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au . 

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations. 

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why you’ll love working for Kingston?

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata for part time employees)
• Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Optional - full time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities,
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.