If you’re someone who loves accuracy, thrives on well‑organised financial workflows and enjoys being the go‑to person for smooth accounts payable operations, this role is a chance to step into a stable, supportive local government team. You’ll play a key part in keeping Council’s financial systems running efficiently, ensuring payments are correct, compliant and delivered on time.
Why Work With Us
Joining Glen Innes Severn Council means contributing to essential community services while enjoying a workplace that values safety, flexibility and professional growth. Benefits include:
Salary packaging options (novated leasing & remote area housing benefits)
Flexible work arrangements
Monthly RDO
Long service leave after 5 years
Corporate wellbeing programs & vaccinations
PPE supplied
Ongoing training and professional development
About Our Region
Glen Innes Severn Council spans 5,487 km² in the beautiful New England region of NSW, covering Glen Innes and the villages of Deepwater, Emmaville, Glencoe, Wellingrove and Red Range. Enjoy a friendly rural lifestyle, short commutes, affordable housing, access to beaches and regional centres, and excellent recreational and sporting facilities.
About the Role
The Creditors Officer delivers accurate, timely and compliant accounts payable services that support Council’s financial operations. You’ll maintain creditor records, process payments, complete reconciliations and contribute to continuous improvement across financial systems and workflows.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver end‑to‑end accounts payable processing with accuracy and compliance
Maintain up‑to‑date creditor master data and manage supplier credit applications
Complete monthly reconciliations and assist with BAS, petty cash audits and credit card reviews
Prepare financial reports including aged payables, creditor payments and GST‑related information
Provide professional customer service support when required
Contribute to workflow improvements and support training of new or relief finance staff
About You
Essential
Experience in accounts payable administration
Strong customer service focus
Ability to manage confidential information
Working knowledge of GST requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Competent computer skills, including basic spreadsheet design
Sound numerical skills and high attention to detail
Desirable
Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent
Foundational understanding of accounting principles
Experience using Civica Altitude or similar financial systems
Class C Driver Licence
Interested In Applying?
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Please note that as part of Glen Innes Severn Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment checks. This may include: reference checks; national criminal police check; functional/medical assessment; qualification verification; Working with Children Check and NDIS verification.
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Council is an EEO employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic, and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Bernard Smith - General Manager
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