Team Leader - Account Payable and Receivable (9878)

pGroup and Team: Corporate Strategy, Finance and Performance Group and Financial Operations Team
Location: Town Hall Annexe - Level 1
Employment status: Permanent - Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $ 91,138 (per annum) + 13.5% superannuation.

About the role

Join Us as Team Leader with experience in both Accounts Payable and Receivable.

Are you ready to lead with impact? The City of Hobart is seeking a dynamic and experienced Team Leader to oversee our Accounts Payable and Receivable operations.

In this pivotal role, you will drive financial accuracy, operational excellence, and exceptional customer service across our payable and receivable functions. If you are passionate about leading teams, streamlining processes, and making a difference in your community, we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Manage the daily operations of accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and exceptional customer service.
• Lead a team of four finance officers, providing supervision, coaching, mentoring, support, professional development and performance management.
• Manage the City’s payment processes, credit management, and debt collection in line with Council policy.
• Maintain, develop and implement accounting procedures and internal controls to support continuous improvement and mitigate financial risks.
• Reconcile and approve general ledger accounts related to accounts payable and receivable.
• Use financial systems and data proactively to support operational excellence and informed decision-making.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Position Description

About you

Are you a seasoned accounts payable and receivables professional with a passion for leadership? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy mentoring and guiding a team? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Essentials for the role:

• Diploma in accounting, finance or a related discipline coupled with relevant experience in a similar role or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, skills and/or qualification/s.

• You will bring a minimum of at least three (3) years of hands‑on leadership experience, including supervising, coaching, mentoring, training, and managing team performance. You’ll be someone who knows how to foster a positive, high‑performing team culture and lead by example with demonstrated ability to deliver a positive team culture.

• Proven experience across both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes within a complex organisational environment, with the ability to confidently oversee end‑to‑end processes and ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

• Demonstrate proficiency in financial systems and are confident using a range of digital tools and platforms.
• Have a solid understanding of GST legislation and experience applying financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements including the option to apply for a nine-day fortnight.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you are passionate about our beautiful city and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role, please contact For a confidential discussion, please contact Michael Greatbatch (Financial Operations Manager), on 03 6238 2*** or email ***************@hobartcity.com.au

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to ***********@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday, 22 March 2026.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.