VPS3 Finance Officer (AP/AR) – Hybrid Melbourne Contract

Select Aust Sydney; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at retailers

3x pay runs per week

Early access to roles

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Randstad is assisting a VIC state government organisation in Melbourne CBD to appoint a VPS3 Finance Officer on a four-month contract with a view to permanency for the right candidate. The role focuses on end-to-end AP/AR, compliance, and financial reporting, with hybrid working flexibility.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience in government accounts payable, Australian citizenship, and the ability to secure Negative Vetting 1 clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in end-to-end accounts payable in government sector.
• Australian citizenship and willing to undergo Negative Vetting 1 clearance (mandatory).
• Experience with financial compliance and policy governance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end AP/AR processing and reconcile vendor/customer statements.
• Ensure compliance with policies and statutory requirements including the Financial Management Act 1994.
• Prepare monthly AP/AR reporting with commentary and analysis.
• Maintain finance systems, contract records, and supplier databases.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Financial reporting

Vendor management

Governance/compliance

Tools

Finance software/ERP

Job description

Randstad is assisting a VIC state government organisation in Melbourne CBD to appoint a VPS3 Finance Officer on a four-month contract with a view to permanency for the right candidate. The role focuses on end-to-end AP/AR, compliance, and financial reporting, with hybrid working flexibility.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience in government accounts payable, Australian citizenship, and the ability to secure Negative Vetting 1 clearance.