Finance Officer - Part Time
- Join a local council as a Finance Officer on a part-time basis.
- Handle purchase orders and utilities bills, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Complete monthly reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
Finance Officer
Temporary contract (3 months, potential permanency) | ASAP start
Local Council | Eastern Melbourne
24 hours per week | Hybrid WFH arrangement
$42 - $48 per hour
About the role
We are looking for a Finance Officer to join our client, a local council in Eastern Melbourne. This is a part-time, hybrid role with an ASAP start. It’s a great chance to get hands-on in a busy finance team, with the potential to move into a permanent position for the right person.
What you’ll do
- Raise purchase orders and receipt utilities bills in TechOne, making sure each one is coded to the right cost centre and approved before payment
- Review utilities bills for anomalies such as unusual usage, duplicate charges or billing errors, and follow them up with suppliers until they’re resolved
- Complete monthly reconciliations, including utilities accruals and creditor accounts, and investigate any variances
- Keep accurate records and supporting documents so month-end closes smoothly and audit requests are easy to answer
- Be the go-to contact for internal teams and suppliers on utilities queries, responding quickly and keeping everyone updated
About you
- Previous experience in local government, public sector, healthcare or education
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field
- Minimum 2-3 years in a similar role
- TechOne experience highly desirable
For any questions
Contact Amanda Li at amanda@publicsectorpeople.com.au or call 03 8535 3111.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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