Finance Officer (APS5) - Hybrid, Public Sector

Australian Skills Quality Authority; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 89,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15.4% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid working arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Salary progression

Job summary

Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) in Sydney is seeking a Finance Officer to manage refunds, invoicing and debt collection while ensuring compliance with policies and controls. The role supports monthly revenue reconciliations and data accuracy across the finance system.

The position is hybrid, full-time and located in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne regions for ongoing opportunities within the APS framework.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and finance operations, including core processes such as AP/AR and reconciliations.
• Ability to plan, prioritise workload, analyse financial information and provide practical solutions.
• Strong communication skills to manage internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively and apply relevant legislation, policies and controls.
• Commitment to APS values and diversity principles.

Responsibilities

• processing provider refunds in accordance with ASQA’s financial policies
• preparing and issuing credit notes for cancellations, overpayments, and adjustments
• generating and distributing invoices to registered training organisations (RTOs)
• monitoring and managing outstanding debts, including escalation to compliance and external collection agencies
• responding to customer enquiries regarding payments, invoices, and account balances
• liaising with internal teams to resolve financial queries related to RTOs and ensure accurate data entry
• maintaining up-to-date and accurate financial records in the finance system
• supporting monthly revenue reconciliations and reporting activities
• ensuring compliance with relevant financial legislation, policies, and internal controls
• assisting with audit preparation and respond to revenue-related audit queries
• contributing to the continuous improvement of revenue processes and systems
• providing general financial and administrative support to the Finance team as required

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Reconciliations

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) in Sydney is seeking a Finance Officer to manage refunds, invoicing and debt collection while ensuring compliance with policies and controls. The role supports monthly revenue reconciliations and data accuracy across the finance system.

The position is hybrid, full-time and located in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne regions for ongoing opportunities within the APS framework.