Accounts Payable Officer

Job No: MRSC07012
Location: Kyneton

Permanent Full Time 
$81,391  - $94,610 per annum plus Super and RDO
Position No: 7012

About the role

We are a small, supportive team who work collaboratively to deliver accurate, timely and customer-focused financial services across Council. We are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Officer who takes pride in ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately, efficiently and in accordance with Council procedures. The role is until June 2028. Reporting to the Coordinator Accounting, you will manage Council’s end-to-end accounts payable activities, including invoice processing and authorisation, creditor payments, statement reconciliations, creditor record maintenance and general ledger cost allocations. You will respond to creditor and purchase order enquiries, provide guidance to staff and contribute to the continuous improvement of accounts payable systems, processes and procedures.

About you

You’re a detail-oriented finance professional with relevant qualifications and experience in finance, accounting or accounts payable, or substantial equivalent practical experience. You’ll have demonstrated experience managing end-to-end accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, approval workflows, creditor payments, reconciliations and record keeping.

You’ll bring strong numerical accuracy, proficiency in accounts payable and purchasing systems, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365, with experience using TechnologyOne or a similar finance system highly regarded. Sound knowledge of GST, audit requirements and financial controls is essential, with local government or regulated industry experience an advantage.

With strong communication, customer service and problem-solving skills, you’ll be confident resolving discrepancies, managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines. You’ll also bring a proactive approach to improving processes and supporting an efficient, responsive finance service.

Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council 

At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives. 

 

Staff Benefits

  • Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
  • Annual no cost flu vaccinations 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Purchased leave
  • Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
  • Onsite treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work

We support flexible working arrangements. This role is initially office-based for onboarding, with hybrid work available in the future once established in the role, subject to manager approval and operational needs.

Position Description

 

For further information contact Zuzana Barnett- Coordinator Accounting on 5422 0333.  

Interviews are expected to be held from the week commencing 8 Nov 2026.

Closing Date: 6 Nov at 5:00pm.

To apply please click below and follow the prompts. Please have a copy of your current Resume, responses to Selection Criteria for the role and a Cover letter ready to attach.  

We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and identities. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know at jobs@mrsc.vic.gov.au.

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Macedon Ranges Shire Council

Macedon Ranges Shire is located in central Victoria, about an hour's drive north-west of Melbourne. Covering an area of around 1700 square kilometres, the shire is a semi-rural municipality known for its beautiful natural landscapes. The shire has an estimated population of around 51,500 people and resides on the lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung peoples. Industries providing local employment in the shire are health care and social assistance, education and training, retail trade, agriculture, forestry and fishing. Tourism is also acknowledged as an important and growing industry for the shire.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce which reflects the community and the customers we serve. Council encourages applications from all suitable applicants including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people of different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and Child Safe employer.