The Mackay Region

Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,621 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands.

The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with good quality education and health facilities.

We are a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government, with responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employing over 1000 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy.

About the role:

Mackay Regional Council is seeking for an Accounts Payable Officer to join our Payment Services team on a Part-Time basis for 14.5 hours per week.

The role:

Perform Accounts Payable processes and assist in providing knowledge and advice within Council and to creditors regarding accounts payable queries.

The successful candidate will have:

• Demonstrated experience in payment processing environment or related role
• Sound level of numeracy, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide a high level of customer service
• The ability to work through large reconciliations, detect anomalies or errors and problem solve appropriately
• The ability to show tact, discretion and integrity whilst dealing with confidential and sensitive matters
• High-level and accurate data entry skills in a large organisation
• Well-developed time management skills

Desirable:

A relevant qualification in Business, Human Resources, Finance or other related field.

In return for your valued contribution, you will be rewarded with:

• Permanent position
• Base hourly rate from $32.09 + applicable allowances
• Flexible working arrangements
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (Pro rata basis)
• Up to 18% Superannuation (conditions apply)
• Learning and Development opportunities
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options through Salaris
• Active social clubs
• Employee assistance programs
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives

Interested?

For a Position Description and information on how to apply please visit https://vacancies.mackay.qld.gov.au/ER21_3_19_8_9825/VacancyList.aspx

For us to assess if you’re the one we are searching for, it is mandatory that you submit your resume, a cover letter and a brief statement addressing the selection criteria. The selection criteria can be found on the Position Description on our website.

Applications Close: 15 April 2021

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results