Team Leader Payments and Business Innovation

Job Description

Team Leader Payments and Business Innovation Commercial and Project Services - Commercial and Financial Services | Accounting/Economics/Finance Fixed Term Full-Time opportunity available (Up to 30 June 2026, 9 day fortnight) Bachelor of Business (accounting) or similar relevant qualification, CA or CPA membership LGO 7-8 ($103,497 - $128,384 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience Why Choose Us Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle. Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more. We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city. We are driving economic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growing a city for this and future generations by building a vibrant, sustainable and innovative city. Council’s vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle-driven and innovation-focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future. Our Vision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature. Our Purpose: Grow Townsville Our Values: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Enjoyment About the Role The Team Leader Payments and Business Improvement will lead and manage the delivery of Council’s expense payment functions and lead business improvement initiatives across financial services. This includes: Lead Council’s payment functions ensuring compliance oversight in relation to the applicable legislation and council policy/procedures to minimise program and operational risk in relation to procurement activities. Work closely with senior management and key stakeholders to identify transformational opportunities that drive continuous improvements and development across Council. Drive innovation by exploring new ideas, technologies, and processes to improve products, services, and operations. It is anticipated that the role will contribute to the implementation of Council’s new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems reflecting innovative practices for business improvement. About You Our ideal candidate will have: Bachelor of Business (accounting) or similar relevant qualification CA or CPA membership Demonstrated experience in collaborating with business stakeholders to understand their business/process goals and objectives, and fully clarify their needs. Demonstrated highly developed knowledge and understanding of enterprise-wide software used across financial services including process automation and OCR. Demonstrated experience in leading a high performing team with varying qualifications and experience including conducting training, coaching, and mentoring. Strong business and financial acumen including demonstrated knowledge and experience in providing high level financial and process advice to support a complex business. Demonstrated experience in managing and leading a broad range of projects based on groups of multi-disciplinary professionals in a complex environment. How to Apply Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume and attached copies of any licences and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role. For further information review the Position Description. Closing Date: 11.45pm, Tuesday 11 February 2025 What We Offer 17.5% annual leave loading Up to 5 weeks annual leave Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Learning and Development opportunities Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program * The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply! All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion. #J-18808-Ljbffr