Accounts Officer - Benalla, Australia - Thales

Description

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it's all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what's possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we're driving progress in some of the world's most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

About Australian Munitions

Our Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives, and munitions for defence and commercial use. With ongoing investment in research and development, we have made some of the world's most high-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems. Being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.

Our benefits

• Thales was the first engineering company in Australia to pay the superannuation guarantee on unpaid primary carer leave.
  • Primary Carers Leave – 20 weeks with no employment minimum
  • Secondary Carers Leave – 10 weeks with no employment minimum
• Access to local subsidised gym memberships
• Employee discounts with several affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Veterans Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• Personal & professional training development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

About the role

Perform the Accounts Payable functions for our Benalla and Mulwala manufacturing locations. Maintain the integrity of the accounts and other financial data following Thales corporate policies and economic guidelines, ensuring timely and accurate information.

Working at our site in Benalla - Yorta Yorta land, your sole purpose is to

• Collect, process and accurately record all invoices and payments by the due dates following corporate financial guidelines
• Maintain the integrity of the Accounts Payable database and ensure information is accurate and current
• Process both local currency and foreign currency invoices
• Upload electronic payment batches onto the Treasury platform to meet the payment deadline
• Collaborating on and communicating concerns/issues as part of the accounts payable team on a timely basis
• Support Accounts Receivable and other finance functions as required, including month-end tasks

To be successful from day one, you will have

• Industry experience working in Accounts Payable and/or Receivable
• Attention to detail and high standard of accuracy

In addition, you might also hold

• Certificate III in Business Administration/Finance
• Knowledge of BPCS or similar ERP system

Good to Know

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We'll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress through the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and, depending on the role type, medical checks as well.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances, please visit –

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Before the offer, you'll complete a pre-employment police and medical check. Thales also complies with current public health orders in place and as such, you may be requested to provide your COVID-19 vaccination record.

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