At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you

We believe life’s about possibilities. And so’s the future.

That’s why we need you. As Accounts Payable & Receivable Officer, you’ll help us connect Queensland to an even brighter and more sustainable future, providing high voltage electricity to over five million Queenslanders and 238,000 businesses. No matter your role, your work is about every light turned on. It’s every community connected and every future made possible.

Together, we’re gearing up for an even brighter future, working at the heart of Queensland’s energy transformation. Now more than ever, we need people who want to help us grow our impact and ensure we’re ready to tackle the challenge of our lives. Join us and make it happen.

Find a career that matters and lasts

Reporting to the Team Leader Finance Operations, the purpose of the Accounts Payable & Receivable role is to ensure all supplier invoices are paid in accordance with the agreed payment terms. The role is also responsible for issuing invoices on a timely basis to customers for goods and services provided by Powerlink and to follow up on the payment of these invoices.

Other key responsibilities include maintaining master records, the processing of monies received, issuing of receipts and processing of property search requests and payments.

In this role you will schedule creditor payment runs and ensure Treasury staff are advised of daily cash requirements, ensuring creditor records are maintained and all invoices received from goods and services providers are processed.

Additional key accountabilities include:

• Manage the banking of all moneys to ensure banking occurs within agreed timeframes.
• Manage allocated general ledger reconciliations to ensure they are completed and checked within pre-agreed timeframes following month end ledger closures.
• Provide expertise and assistance to other team members to ensure all journal forms are processed and recorded in terms of established policy and protocols.
• Provide support to other team members as required such as during times of absence or periods of high activity to ensure continuity of service is provided at the highest level.

What you’ll bring

To be successful in this role the applicant will require a Diploma or Certificate in business finance or accounting coupled with significant experience in accounts and providing timely services to stakeholders within a complex organisation.

You will have:

• Demonstrated ability to operate in an Accounts Payable position within a medium to large commercial company utilising an inter-relational accounting software package.
• Demonstrated ability to utilise computer software applications, with the ability to develop reasonably complex spreadsheets and office communication systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage the security and banking of all monies received by a medium sized corporation.

Why Powerlink?

There’s lots to love about a career with Powerlink. But our people say that there are 3 things that really stand out:

• A career that matters and lasts: You’ll shape a progressive career connecting more than five million Queenslanders to a world-class, green energy future.
• Unique work and the chance to grow: You’ll find smart solutions to interesting problems as you develop your skills and impact every day.
• People who love to support and share: You’ll build relationships with experienced, down-to-earth people who you’ll be proud to work with.

You’ll also enjoy a range of benefits including:

• Hybrid, family-friendly and flexible working arrangements including substitution of public holidays
• 12.75% superannuation and salary packaging of novated lease vehicles
• Bright, open office layout with access to onsite credit union and cafeteria

Be the start of every possibility

There’s so much opportunity for you to grab here. If this role sounds like it would suit you, we want to hear from you!

To apply, please click on the Apply button above. This will take you to our careers page, where you’ll start the application process by attaching your resume and cover letter. Application close 11:59pm Sunday 15th October. Kindly be aware that the Recruitment team will commence the review process during this period.

If you’d like to find out more about this position, please reach out to our recruitment team at recruitment@powerlink.com.au.

At Powerlink, we are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and harness the unique talents, perspectives and experiences of all people.

Throughout the recruitment process, we provide support for candidates to ensure nobody is disadvantaged. Please tell us about any adjustments, support or access requirements that may help make the recruitment process more inclusive. You are also welcome to share your pronouns with us at any point throughout the process.

As part of the recruitment process, the successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include, but are not limited to: reference checks, criminal background checks, right to work eligibility, verification of academic qualifications, and bankruptcy checks.

We’re proud to be a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer, and commit to respond to every applicant.