Finance Payments and Admin Officer

Who You Are

You are a detail-oriented professional with a strong finance background, committed to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services. You possess excellent numeracy and communication skills and demonstrate adeptness in resolving customer queries efficiently. Your ability to manage high work volumes within tight deadlines is essential, and you are keen on developing your skills and knowledge continuously.

What the Job Involves

The role is a critical part of the Corporate Finance - Finance Business Partnering Team, focusing on either Schools and Education payments or Agency staff payments processes. Your responsibilities will include managing monthly school advances, collating financial information for returns, resolving queries, and liaising with third-party organisations. You will ensure compliance with council policies and legislative requirements, provide finance support services, and contribute to process improvements and automation. Supervisory duties may include assisting with staff induction and training.

Skills

• Finance-related environment experience
• Excellent numeracy and written communication
• Customer-focused service commitment
• Proficient in Excel and IT skills
• Experience with finance payments and administration
• Handling high volumes and tight deadlines
• Eagerness to develop skills and knowledge