Finance Operations (1 Year Fixed-Term)

The Finance Operations position at SEEK involves managing billing activities for the JobStreet Express portfolio, including invoicing and credit notes. You'll also ensure compliance with local tax invoices, complete bank reconciliations, handle payments, and manage refund requests. Additionally, you'll work on end-of-month reconciliations and hit key performance indicators to maintain service efficiency.

For the Finance Operations role at SEEK, qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related field are desirable. Related experience within finance teams is highly regarded, particularly with billing or finance systems. Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, along with a proven track record in meeting deadlines, are also important.

At SEEK, employee development is a core focus. As a Finance Operations team member, you’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow within the Order to Cash processes. The supportive team environment encourages curiosity and adaptability, allowing you to build knowledge and skills that are crucial for your career in finance.

SEEK fosters a culture of inclusion and well-being, with a strong emphasis on diversity. The Finance Operations team operates in a collaborative environment that values unique perspectives and experiences. We're committed to creating a workplace that is creative and innovative, encouraging our employees to thrive in their roles.

Success in the Finance Operations role at SEEK is defined by achieving key performance indicators related to billing processes, timely handling of queries, and maintaining accuracy in financial data management. Meeting these metrics while working well under pressure will be crucial to your effectiveness in this role.

Highlight your specific experiences related to billing and finance. Discuss any systems you've worked with, such as CRM platforms, and emphasize how those experiences have equipped you with the ability to manage invoices and credit notes accurately while ensuring compliance with tax regulations.

Share examples of how you manage competing deadlines. Describe your method for triaging tasks, focusing on critical metrics and areas that impact the business the most. This could include discussing tools or techniques you use to stay organized and ensure all key performance indicators are met.

Provide an example that highlights your problem-solving skills. Focus on the steps you took to address the issue, emphasizing your analytical thinking and ability to remain calm under pressure. It's important to convey the outcome and what you learned from the experience.

List the specific accounting or finance software you've used, discussing your proficiency and how those experiences will apply to the responsibilities at SEEK. Mention any particularly relevant functions, such as invoicing, payment processing, or reconciliation.

Discuss your understanding of local tax requirements and share any experiences you've had in maintaining compliance in previous roles. Detail your approach to staying updated on tax regulations and how you ensure accuracy in invoicing and financial reporting.

Emphasize the importance of clear and concise communication in finance roles. Share your strategies for explaining complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders, ensuring that you are accessible and supportive in your communication.

Identify key performance indicators that you prioritize, such as accuracy, timeliness of invoicing, and compliance rates. Discuss how you measure success related to these metrics and provide examples of how you have achieved them in previous roles.

Talk about your methodical approach to bank reconciliations. Include the steps you take to compare financial records and resolve discrepancies methodically. Highlight your attention to detail and the importance of accuracy in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting.

Discuss the tools and systems you utilize to manage financial data. Focus on how you ensure data accuracy and integrity while discussing your experience with data reporting and metrics tracking to keep performance aligned with business goals.

Express your admiration for SEEK’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as its innovative approach in the industry. Discuss how the company’s values align with your professional goals and how you can contribute to its success in the Finance Operations role.