Local Government Finance Officer – Budget & Forecast

Chandler Macleod Group; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible hybrid work / WFH option

Parental leave and additional leave

Health and wellbeing support

Career development support

Employee discounts

Zusammenfassung

Solvd Australia is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. You will support the Claims Operations team with daily payments, trust reconciliations, AP/AR, and monthly client reporting, ensuring timely, accurate financial management for Insurance clients.

This fast-paced role requires precision, a commitment to deadlines, and collaboration with key stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and strong financial integrity.

Qualifikationen

• 3–4 years of accounting or finance experience, preferably AP/AR.
• Experience with MS Dynamics (D365) and Excel.
• Strong analytical, numeracy and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Aufgaben

• Manage end‑to‑end AP and AR processes for insurance client accounts.
• Process high volumes of daily payments with accuracy and timeliness.
• Complete trust account reconciliations and maintain financial records.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and post transactions in D365.
• Deliver monthly client reporting, WD2 deadlines.
• Maintain debtor levels through proactive follow-up.
• Collaborate with Operations and Finance leaders on workflows.
• Support finance projects, including testing integrations with claims systems.
• Identify process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Kenntnisse

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Deadline driven

Ausbildung

Commerce/Accounting/Business degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Dynamics D365

Microsoft Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Finance Officer

Solvd Australia is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.

Play a critical role in supporting our Claims Operations team and broader business units, by ensuring accurate, timely, and transparent financial management for our Insurance clients. You will take accountability of daily payments, trust account reconciliations, AP/AR processing, and monthly client reporting. This role is central to maintaining financial integrity, meeting strict reporting deadlines (including WD2 each month), and partnering closely with key internal stakeholders to deliver exceptional service.

This is a fast‑paced, hands‑on role, suited to someone who thrives in a high‑growth organisation, working to precision, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end AP and AR processes for insurance client accounts
• Process a high volume and validate daily payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Complete trust account reconciliations and maintain up‑to‑date financial records
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and post all transactions accurately in D365
• Deliver monthly client reporting, WD2
• Maintain debtor levels through proactive follow‑up and tracking
• Collaborate with Operations and Finance leaders to ensure smooth financial workflows
• Support finance‑related projects within Insurance Operations, including testing integrations with claims systems and tools
• Identify process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and client transparency

About You

You’re a proactive, detail‑driven finance professional with experience in a similar role such as Assistant Accountant, Finance Officer, Finance Analyst or Accounts Officer. You thrive in environments where accuracy, ownership and working to deadlines truly matter, and you’re confident navigating both independent responsibilities and cross‑functional collaboration.

You’ll bring:

• Minimum 3 – 4 years of accounting or finance experience, ideally supporting AP/AR
• Experience working with MS Dynamics (D365)
• Strong capability across the MS Office suite, including advanced Excel
• Excellent analytical, numeracy and problem‑solving skills
• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing multiple tasks, stakeholders and tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships
• A self‑driven mindset with strong initiative and reliability
• A continuous improvement mindset, always seeking smarter and more efficient ways of working
• A Commerce, Accounting or Business degree (preferred)

What’s in It for you

• Flexible working arrangements, hybrid model; with the option WFH, attendance required for meetings, events, and manager‑directed in‑person needs as necessary at our Melbourne CBD office
• Reward and recognition programs, ongoing training, and career development support
• Paid parental leave and additional leave options
• Access to health and financial wellbeing support
• A range of employee perks and discounts on everyday essentials
• A collaborative team environment with regular recognition initiatives

About Solvd Australia

Solvd Australia partners with some of Australia’s largest insurers and fleet operators and supports the entire motor claims journey. As part of Solvd Group and Allianz Partners globally, we are a dynamic and growing organisation whose mission is to automate the end‑to‑end motor claims management process by integration of the best‑in‑class digital and AI‑supported tools available in the market.

We pride ourselves on delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and expertise. With a global presence, Solvd operates in over 45 countries and employs more than 3,700 dedicated professionals worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion

Solvd Australia is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.