Accounting Support Officer

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, were looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. Were all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, wed love to hear from you.

The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that childrens rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please dont hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers

Were proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

• Utilise your Administrative expertise to provide support to the Finance and Procurement business unit
• 1 x Fixed Term, Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service 
• VPS Grade 3: $79,122 - $96,073 plus superannuation

About the Role:

Cash Management & Accounts Receivable team within Finance division of Department of Justice and Community Safety, are seeking Accounting Support Officer (VPS3) role for a total of 9 months starting July 2025.

Key functions of this opportunity include:

• Raising AR (debtor) invoices for departmental business units
• Responding to email and phone queries from debtors
• Assisting business units with invoicing queries
• Supporting Taxation team by undertaking quality assurance reviews for GST and FBT compliance
• Prepare and lodge the monthly departmental Business Activity Statements & monthly payroll tax return

For further information, please refer to the attached position description.

About You:

We are looking for a team player with

• Can-do attitude with customer focus, adapting quickly with change of priorities

• Ability to meet process deadlines

• Knowledge of general accounting principles

• Intermediate Excel skills, experience in Oracle R12 - AR, AP & GL modules with knowledge of debtor invoicing and follow up

How to Apply:

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependant on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers licence checks, medical checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please dont hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 

CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT: 

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young peoples rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work. 

Information :

• Company : Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC
• Position : Accounting Support Officer
• Location : Victoria
• Country : AU