APS4 - Accounts Receivable Officer, Financial Management

The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, and LGBTQIA+ people. The department is committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women’s progression into senior leadership.

The opportunity we have available

The Financial Operations Section within Financial Management Branch supports the Department achieve its business goals by providing internal services, support and advice across accounts, credit cards, and travel functions. The Financial Management Branch within Finance, Strategy, Budget and Research Division also includes the Grants and Financial Assurance team, Financial Accounting, Procurement and Contract Management and the SAP Services team.

 What will you do? 

The role is in the Financial Operations Team and reports to the Accounts Receivable Team Leader, providing assistance in ensuring the effective delivery of support services associated with Accounts Receivable functions.

This role requires an understanding of financial systems, and the ability to liaise effectively with internal customers and suppliers.  

Specifically, the duties of the Accounts Receivable Officer include:

• Processing of refund requests


• Processing of invoice renewals


• Processing of accounts payable invoices for select sections within the department


• Maintain receipting register


• Downloading files and uploading them into departmental software


• Reconciliation of general ledger accounts 


• Maintain email inboxes and answer simple queries


• Assist the Accounts receivable Team Leader in ad hoc tasks

Who are we looking for? 

We are looking for an organised, adaptive and highly motivated person who works well in a small team.

To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the below abilities:

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)


• Strong customer service skills


• Ability to learn new concepts quickly


• Capacity to work under pressure, managing multiple priorities to meet deadlines and adapting positively to change


• Have an understanding of the Accounts Receivable function


• Ability to review and verify data with attention to detail and


• Have some experience in using SAP

RecruitAbility minimum requirements

The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is committed to supporting the employment and career development of people with disability. Our participation in APS RecruitAbility means we will progress an applicant with disability to a further stage in the recruitment process, where they opt into RecruitAbility and meet the minimum requirements for the vacancy.

You will be asked to indicate if you wish to opt into RecruitAbility in the application form. You must tick the 'opt in' box to participate in RecruitAbility. Simply declaring that you have a disability will not automatically include you.

We provide reasonable adjustments such as access, equipment or other practical support at relevant stages of the recruitment process. Please advise in the application form or the contact officer if you need any adjustments made.

Minimum requirements for this role include:

• Have an understanding of the Accounts Receivable function


• Have some experience using SAP

More information can be found at RecruitAbility scheme: A guide for applicants | Australian Public Service Commission.

What else can we offer?

We are dedicated to fostering personal and professional development, empowering individuals to set goals, acquire new skills, and cultivate unique qualities that define who they are. We believe that this not only leads to a more fulfilling and happier life but also enhances the overall quality of our work. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Access to our study Assistance Program that provides paid leave and financial support for you to undertake courses of study that contribute to the improvements of your professional skills and knowledge relevant to our work and broader Australian Public Service.


• Through our investment in learning and development opportunities, and a positive performance culture, we provide diverse career pathways for our people to enable their mobility and adapt in a rapidly changing world.


• Improve your leadership skills, through the department’s Professional Coaching Scheme and tailored leadership opportunities for staff members.


• Flexible working opportunities, including part time hours, home based work and job sharing.


• We offer generous leave entitlements of 20 days personal circumstances leave per year, with one month’s accrual of leave credited on commencement and 150 hours of paid annual leave (based on a full-time employee), plus a range of other miscellaneous leave options to support you.

Join our department and embark on a journey of growth, fulfillment, and well-being. Experience personal and professional development, prioritise your health, and be part of a vibrant and positive culture that empowers individuals and drives exceptional performance.

Eligibility requirements

Employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including:

• Citizenship: candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of submitting your application. 


• Health Assessment: The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department’s preferred medical provider.


• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at Baseline Clearance Level.  You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information.  You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances.  More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.


• Police check: The successful candidate must satisfactory complete an Australian Federal Police criminal history check.


• Integrity and Performance check: The successful candidate must satisfy the requirements in an Integrity and Performance check which is completed by your most recent employer.

Timeline and assessment

A selection panel will be established to assess your suitability against the advertised role.

If a merit pool is established it will be valid for 18 months from date it first appeared in the APS Gazette.

Applications open: 12 February 2026

Applications close: 26 February 2026

Application shortlisting: 5 March 2026

Further assessments: 12 March 2026

Selection report finalised: 23 March 2026

Offers and announcements: 30 March 2026

The above is indicative only, please reach out to the contact person if you have any questions on the recruitment process or timeframes.

Your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job and the Work level standards. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed, the panel will create a shortlist of applicants. If your application is shortlisted, you may be asked to undertake further assessment, this may include work sample testing, interviews, and reference checks.

How to apply

Applications for this opportunity close at 11.59pm AEDT, Thursday 26th of February 2026.

In applying for this position, you are not required to address individual selection criteria. Rather, you should provide in a PDF document a statement of no more than 3 pages outlining your background, capabilities and experiences, and how these align with the advertised role.

You should also provide a tailored CV in PDF, no more than 4 pages. The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the ‘Who are we looking for’ section.

Your application should be received through the department’s online recruitment system.  Applications via Indeed will not be accepted.

If you experience any issues with the system please contact the recruitment team on 02 6136 8989 or via email at [email protected] to discuss an alternative way to submit your application.

Please advise the contact officer if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. The department is committed to the accessibility of our systems. If you identify as someone with disability and you require accessibility assistance or more information, please email [email protected] 

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