Careers

Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?

Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks Expression of Interest for the role of Finance Officer – Accounts.

As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities. Your role will be based in the busy and culturally diverse Cairns Support Office, with occasional travel to other locations, often involving small air and watercraft and unique experiences in Country.

It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “Caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journeying, apply for this role.

Summary

The Finance Officer – Accounts supports both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, including supplier payments, customer receipting, reconciliations, financial administration, and occasionally assists with Payroll tasks.

Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands, this position will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and plays an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate III in Accounts Administration or working towards a relevant qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in performing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions is essential.
• Experience in a multi-site commercial or government environment (desirable).

Software & Systems Experience

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Experience with Pronto Xi or similar ERP systems.
• Familiarity with web-based banking and debtor systems.

Team

• Work as part of Finance team within the Corporate Services and provide support to the Financial Accountant as reasonably required.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members.
• Promote WH&S compliance and contribute to a safe and supportive workplace
• Build and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity and CEQ success.

Digital

• Developing competency in the ethical use of AI technologies where appropriate and approved by the General Manager – Corporate Services and/or CEO.

Key Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to

General Finance Support

• Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure accurate cash reporting.
• Process daily operational transaction files into the accounting system.
• Assist with preparing and lodging claims for government funding and subsidies.
• Support general ledger reconciliations and reallocations.
• Participate in special projects and general finance administration.
• Help monitor and review financial data for accuracy.
• Assist in reviewing and updating finance procedures and manuals.

Accounts Receivable

• Daily cash receipting and debtor transaction processing.
• Respond to accounts receivable enquiries and providing timely resolutions.
• Reconcile EFTPOS/ATM receipts and store cash drawers.
• Organise cash drops and liaise with stores, airlines, and service providers.
• Maintain customer relations and follow up on outstanding accounts.
• Manage credit limits and payment plans.
• Process customer refunds and CEQ Christmas Club payments.
• Perform month-end and year-end close-off processes.

 Accounts Payable

• Process supplier invoices accurately and on time.
• Manage weekly and monthly pay runs.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and ensure timely payments.
• Respond to accounts payable enquiries and providing timely resolutions.
• Maintain supplier relations and resolve account issues.
• Establish new suppliers in the finance system.
• Perform month-end and year-end close-off processes.

 Payroll (Absence cover)

• Create and maintaining accurate employee records.
• Prepare, process, and make payroll payments.
• Provide monthly payroll reports.
• Respond to payroll enquiries and providing timely resolutions.

Essential Requirements

• Willingness to work in a cross-cultural environment, with respect for and a desire to understand traditional Torres Strait Islander culture and customs.
• Excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with computerised accounts payable and debtor systems.
• Ability to quickly learn and use new software applications.
• Current Criminal History check – no more than 3 months old.

Annual Performance Partnership

CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion which relates to KPI’s aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.

The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ Values, and achieving their professional goals set for the year.

Your new company

CEQ is a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing essential goods and services to communities in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area (NPA) and remote Aboriginal communities. We are responsible for the operation of 30 retail stores throughout these remote areas, providing access to quality fresh food, groceries and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.

Our Culture

CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.

Our key benefits:

• 4 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
• Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,000.00 p.a. (meals & entertainment options)
• Employee assistance program (counselling & support services) available
• Opportunity for career growth
• Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives

Applications Welcome 

To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter. Applications close 25 March 2026, however we reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.

Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?

Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks Expression of Interest for the role of Finance Officer – Accounts Receivable.

As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities. Your role will be based in the busy and culturally diverse Cairns Support Office, with occasional travel to other locations, often involving small air and watercraft and unique experiences in Country.

It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “Caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journeying, apply for this role.

Summary

The Finance Officer provides support in the areas of cash management and reconciliations to General Ledger for financial transactions.  The Finance Officer also provides support to ensure accounts are finalised to allow for period reporting.

Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands, the Finance Officer will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and plays an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold or working towards a Certificate III in Accounts Administration is desirable, but not essential.
• Previous experience in a similar role with similar responsibilities in a multi-site commercial or government environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a large customer ledger and working in a large and complex business desirable, but not essential.

Software & Systems Experience

• Intermediate to advanced level of competency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Experience using whole of enterprise systems – specifically Pronto Xi or similar ERP systems.
• Familiar with the operations of computerised based debtor systems.
• Demonstrated ability to use productivity applications and web-based banking software.

Team

• Work as part of Corporate Services within the Finance team and provide support to the Financial Accountant as reasonably required.
• Build and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity and the success of CEQ.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members.

Digital

• Developing competency in the ethical use of AI technologies where appropriate and approved by General Manager – Corporate Services.

Key Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Daily cash receipting to accounts and processing of debtor transactions as required.
• Match eftpos and ATM receipts to bank statement.
• Reconcile and close cash register drawers for designated stores.
• Organise cash drops for all Stores including liaising with Store Staff, Airlines and Cash Service Providers.
• Create payments in banking application software for cash transfers.
• Prepare month-end reconciliations for accounts where required.
• Perform month end and year end close off processes as required.
• Resolve any subsidiary ledger coding issues where required.
• Maintain customer relations through high level customer support including follow-up on outstanding debtor accounts.
• Manage credit limits and enter payment plans where appropriate.
• Manage and process CEQ Christmas Club applications and payments.
• Process electronic payments for customer refunds as required.
• Review and update the administration manual as required.
• Work on special projects as required.
• Assist the Accounts Payable function in the preparation of payment runs weekly if required.
• General administration tasks associated with finance department functions.
• Print invoices and file when required.
• Store filing.
• Monitor WH&S to ensure staff safety and a safe workplace.

Essential Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette.
• Ability to quickly learn new software applications.
• Current Criminal History check – no more than 3 months old.

Annual Performance Partnership

CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion which relates to KPI’s aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.

The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ Values, and achieving their professional goals set for the year.

Your new company

CEQ is a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing essential goods and services to communities in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area (NPA) and remote Aboriginal communities. We are responsible for the operation of 30 retail stores throughout these remote areas, providing access to quality fresh food, groceries and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.

Our Culture

CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.

Our key benefits:

• 4 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
• Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,000.00 p.a. (meals & entertainment options)
• Employee assistance program (counselling & support services) available
• Opportunity for career growth
• Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives

Applications Welcome 

To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter. Applications close 25 March 2026, however we reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.

Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?

Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks Expression of Interest for the role of Relief Manager (6 positions open).

As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities. Your role will be based in the busy and culturally diverse Cairns Support Office, with occasional travel to other locations, often involving small air and watercraft and unique experiences in Country.

It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “Caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journeying, apply for this role.

Summary

The Relief Manager is responsible to provide effective and efficient management of the day-to-day operations of CEQ stores, ensuring financial viability of the store, adequate employing levels, effective merchandising, compliance with all legislative and company policies and procedures and adherence to operational budgets under the guidance of the Store Support Manager on a Relief Manager rotation.

Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands, the Relief Manager will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and plays an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold or working towards a Certificate IV in Retail
• Current forklift licence is desirable but not essential
• Previous experience working in a similar role within the Retail environment or Hospitality environment is desirable but not essential
• Previous experience working in a large and complex business desirable, but not essential.

Software & Systems Experience

• Intermediate to advanced level of competency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• HumanForce time keeping or similar
• POS system experience, preferably SmartRetail or Grocery Manager.

 Team

• Work as part of the relief team, within the Operations team, and provide support to the Store Support Manager and Regional Manager as reasonably required
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members
• Build and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity and the success of CEQ.

 Digital

• Developing competency in the ethical use of AI technologies where appropriate and approved by the Store Support Manager and General Manager – Operations.

Key Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Support the financial operations of CEQ stores, including sales figures, end of day register and safe reconciliation, stock control, shrinkages, data entry, write offs, mark downs, refunds, shelf ticketing, cash transfers and overrides as per CEQ policies and procedures when required.
• Lead and manage Team member in the stores in accordance with contemporary human resource principles including mentoring Assistant Store Managers in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management, WH&S, policy and procedure and industrial instruments.
• Ensure high level of customer service is maintained.
• Manage wages within budget.
• Develop and implement Team member rosters.
• Monitor store merchandising and store specials effectiveness in conjunction with Regional Manager and the Buying team.
• Manage the stores and equipment in accordance with the Australian New Zealand Food Safety Standards Code.
• Monitor store presentation in conjunction with the Store Support Manager and Regional Manager of the store currently placed.
• Manage all stocktakes within time frames and in accordance with CEQ Policy and Procedure.
• Assist with written assessment of each stores operations with Store Support Manager when required.
• Monitor WH&S to ensure team member safety and a safe workplace.
• Other duties as directed by the Store Support Manager or Regional Manager of the current store placed.
• Work out of the CSO office with other teams as required when not traveling to stores.
• Work with Business Development team on Operation Wheel when required.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in a retail environment at a Store Manager or senior supervisory level preferably in remote and isolated locations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work in a cross-cultural environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a resource limited environment.
• Current Criminal History check (no more than 3 months old).
• Work constructively in a team environment.

Annual Performance Partnership

 CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion which relates to KPI’s aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.

The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ Values, and achieving their professional goals set for the year.

Applications Welcome 

To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter.

Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?

Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks Expression of Interest for the role of People & Workplace Culture Administrator (Identified).

As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our support services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities. Your role will be based in the busy and culturally diverse Cairns Support Office.

It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journeying, apply for this role.

About the role

The People & Workplace Culture Administrator (Identified) provides high quality human resources (HR) administration and administrative support to the People & Workplace Culture (PWC) team. Reporting to the People & Workplace Manager (PWC Manager), this role requires a proactive, highly organised multi‑tasker with a strong commitment to continuous improvement. The position works closely with the Recruitment and Training teams to support end‑to‑end people processes while coordinating engagement activities across the organisation.

Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands, the PWC Administrator contributes to fostering a positive, efficient, and people‑centered workplace culture and will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and playing an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold or working towards a Cert IV or Diploma of Human Resources Management, or Business Administration, or other qualification as approved at the discretion of the PWC Manager.
• Previous experience working in a similar role with a high degree of administrative functions preferred.
• Previous experience working in a large and complex business desirable, but not essential.

Software & Systems Experience

• Intermediate to advanced level of competency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).

Team

• Work as part of the PWC team, within the Thrive Hub, and provide support to the PWC Manager as reasonably required.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members.
• Build and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity and the success of CEQ.

Digital

• Developing competency in the ethical use of AI technologies where appropriate and approved by the Manager People & Workplace Culture.

Key duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date personnel records in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements.
• Provide administrative support to all functions of PWC.
• Assist with administered duties in the recruitment area, such as scheduling interviews, reference checks and drafting letters.
• Overseeing team member cessation process.
• Responsibility for probationary period reminders and letter of completion of probation probations.
• Monitor and procure office supplies and stationery for the Cairns Support Office.
• Proven ability to process purchase orders and invoices for all PWC related requirements.
• Responsibility for chairing, taking meeting minutes and planning and coordination of activities as included in the Social Club and Wellbeing committees.
• Coordinate, communicate and collate the team member of the month nominations.
• Reporting of any WH&S concerns as they arise, to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace.
• Other reasonable duties as requested by PWC Manager or the CEO.

Essential Requirements

• Punctuality and reliability
• strong attention to detail
• flexibility and ability to adapt to and prepare for fluctuating workloads.

Annual Performance Partnership

CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion which relates to KPI’s aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.

The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ Values, and achieving their professional goals set for the year.

Our Culture

CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce. 

Our key benefits:

• 4 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
• Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,900.00 p.a. (meals & entertainment options)
• Employee assistance program (counselling & support services) available
• Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives.

This is an identified position. To perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

Applications Welcome 

To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter. We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.

Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?

Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks Expression of Interest for the role of Management Accountant.

As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our Finance function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 31 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities. Your role will be based in the busy and culturally diverse Cairns Support Office.

It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journey, apply for this role.

Summary

The Management Accountant is the senior position within the Financial Services Department.  The role is a management role providing high-level strategic advice and analysis, supervisory requirements and independent processes undertaken in a financial accounting context.

Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands, the Management Accountant will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and plays an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Commerce or Business Degree.
• Certified Practicing Accountant (Australian Society Certified Practicing Accountants CPA) or Chartered Accountant (Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia CA) or other post-graduate financial degree meeting admission requirements to CA, CPA or Institute of Public Accountants
• Previous experience working in a similar role within the Retail environment or Public Sector is desirable but not essential.
• Previous experience working in a large and complex business is desirable.

Software & Systems Experience

• Proficiency in comprehensive systems that streamline financial processes including modules for general ledger, accounts payable, and reporting
• Proficiency with various software and systems to manage financial data, perform analysis, and generate reports.
• Intermediate to advanced level of competency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Proficiency in accounting software like Pronto, Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB and SAP.

Team

• Work as part of the Financial Services team, within the Corporate Services, and provide support to the Manager Financial Services as reasonably required.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members.
• Work as part of the Financial Services team to support, guide, and coach the Financial Accountant, Assistant Accountants, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable team.

 Digital

• Developing competency in the ethical use of AI technologies where appropriate and approved by the General Manager Corporate Services and CEO.

Key Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Generate management reports monthly
• Assist in the preparation and coordinate budget reviews.
• Assist with the production of the annual budget and any budget reviews.
• Providing a high level of analysis and expertise on the interpretation of CEQ’s financial position.
• Provide systems expert advice on financial processes and procedures and identifying matters for development.
• Lead and manage project-based teams to deliver business improvement projects, including managing expectations and influencing others outside of direct lines of control.
• Identify and lead system improvement projects within the Financial Services portfolio as required.
• Ensure all corporate information is captured within CEQ’s business systems adhering to Recordkeeping policies and procedures.
• Maintain CEQ ‘s leasing register including both oversight of payments and up to date invoicing of tenants:
• Providing expert advice on policy, processes, and procedures, identifying matters for development.
• Work closely with the Manager Financial services to fulfil the external reporting requirements of CEQ, including monthly and annual financial reporting and quarterly and annual budget statements.
• Assist with the General Ledger end of month close by the fourth working day after end of month.
• Assist with the year-end process including cut off processes and rollovers of all financial systems.
• Ensure all output conforms with the current applicable accounting standards and other legislative requirements e.g., Financial and Accountability Act 2009 and Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009.
• Prepare and coordinate monthly and annual financial statements journals, Provide information for monthly and annual reporting including financial analysis and report.
• Provide expert advice on the interpretation and implementation of the Accounting Standards including provision of advice on Exposure Draft(s).
• Ensure appropriate internal controls are in place and operating effectively and are monitored when system or process changes occur.
• Reconcile and assist in the reconciliation of subsidiary ledgers to General Ledger Control accounts.
• Ensure a program of reconciliation exists for all balance sheet accounts and that completion of these is monitored.
• Liaising with External and Internal Auditors on an as-needs basis.
• Ensure any control issues identified by Auditors are addressed in a timely fashion; and
• Providing advice and implement decisions on processes as they relate to Statement preparation.
• Mentor employees, Human resource issues addressed with guidance from PWC team, 100% of performance review undertaken in accordance with policy.
• Other reasonable duties as requested by Senior Leadership in Corporate Services or the CEO.

Essential Requirements:

• Extensive knowledge of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities (Justice, Land and Other Matters) Act 1984, Financial Accountability Act 2009 and associated regulations and Australian Accounting Standards.
• Thorough knowledge of financial compliance
• Confidentiality and effective negotiation skills with the ability to influence when dealing with stakeholders.
• Budgeting knowledge (including types of budgeting) associated with Statutory Body process
• Provision of advice in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards.
• All practices and reporting is in accordance with financial legislative requirements and CEQ policy
• Significant commercial accounting experience in a large multi-disciplinary organisation.
• All safety risks are reported.
• Current Criminal History check – no more than 3 months old.

Annual Performance Partnership

 CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion which relates to KPI’s aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.

The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ Values, and achieving their professional goals set for the year.

Our Culture

CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.

Our key benefits:

• 4 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
• Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,900.00 p.a. and meals & entertainment options
• Employee assistance program (counselling & support services) available
• Opportunity for career growth
• Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives
• Laptop & Mobile phone

Applications Welcome 

To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter. We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.

Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?

Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks Expression of Interest for the role of Finance Officer – Accounts Payable.

As a critical team member, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 30 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.

It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “Caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journeying, apply for this role.

Summary

The Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for the end-to-end payment function of supplier invoices and the daily, weekly and month end processing and reporting.
Partnering with a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team from Cairns to Cape York Peninsula, Gulf of Carpentaria, North Queensland and the Torres Strait Islands, the Accounts Payable Officer will work in alignment with the CEQ vision and values and plays an integral role in ensuring the ongoing success and reputation of CEQ as an employer of choice.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold or working towards a Certificate III in Accounts Administration is desirable, but not essential.
• Previous experience in a similar role with similar responsibilities in a multi-site commercial or government environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a large supplier ledger and working in a large and complex business desirable, but not essential.

Software & Systems Experience

• Intermediate to advanced level of competency using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Experience using whole of enterprise systems – specifically Pronto Xi or similar ERP systems.
• Ability to use productivity applications and web-based banking software.

Team

• Work as part of Corporate Services within the Finance team and provide support to the Financial Accountant as reasonably required.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural team environment and provide peer support to other team members.
• Build and foster collegial relationships across all teams in the business to ensure high team member engagement, productivity and the success of CEQ.

Digital

• Developing competency in the ethical use of AI technologies where appropriate and approved by General Manager- Corporate Services.

Key Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Establish new suppliers on the CEQ finance system.
• Accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices.
• Payment of invoices within supplier terms.
• Management of weekly and monthly pay runs.
• Reconciliation of supplier accounts.
• Ensure supplier accounts are not placed on ‘stop credit’.
• Prepare end of month reports.
• Work in a team environment sharing the accounts’ payable function.
• Monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace.
• Review and update the procedure manual.
• Work on special projects as required.
• Maintain supplier relations through high level support.
• Other reasonable duties as requested by Senior Leadership in Corporate Services or the CEO.

Essential Requirements

• A willingness to work in a cross-cultural environment where respect for and a desire to gain an understanding of traditional Torres Strait Islander culture and customs is an absolute necessity.
• Computer literate, knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and familiar with the operations of computerised based accounts payable systems.
• Excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette.
  Current Criminal History check – no more than 3 months old.

Annual Performance Partnership

CEQ team members will complete an Annual Performance Partnership (APP), which is a structured performance and professional development discussion which relates to KPI’s aligned with the Strategic Priorities of the business and the CEQ values.
The overall result of the APP is also based on how well team members have aligned with the CEQ Values, and achieving their professional goals set for the year.

Your new company

CEQ is a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing essential goods and services to communities in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area (NPA) and remote Aboriginal communities. We are responsible for the operation of 30 retail stores throughout these remote areas, providing access to quality fresh food, groceries and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.

Our Culture

CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.

Our key benefits:

• 4 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
• Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,000.00 p.a. (meals & entertainment options)
• Employee assistance program (counselling & support services) available
• Opportunity for career growth
• Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives

Applications Welcome 

To apply for this career opportunity please click apply via Seek and attach a copy of your resume and cover letter.

Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?

Positions of Interest

We’re continually seeking skilled individuals in the following areas:

• Store Manager
• Assistant Store Manager
• Store Supervisor
• Relief Store Managers
• Shop Assistant

Skills and Experience

The ideal candidates will have

• Willingness to work in remote areas
• Previous experience in a retail environment at a Store Manager / senior supervisory level preferably in remote and isolated locations
• Previous experience in roles involving stock control and ordering
• Intermediate to advanced level of competency using POS system (preferably SmartRetail or Grocery Manager),Rostering Systems (preferably Human force).

Benefits of joining CEQ

• Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,900.00 p.a. (meals & entertainment options)
• Free Private Accommodation, with Electricity and all Utility bills covered.
• Opportunity to travel across remote Aboriginal communities , Northern Peninsula Area, and Torres Strait.
• 5 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
• Opportunity for career and personal development with company sponsored qualifications and certifications.
• Attractive Salary and travel benefits

Our Culture

CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce. 

Applications Welcome 

If you believe you have the skills, experience, and passion to contribute to our team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your expression of interest along with your resume and cover letter to our recruitment team or via SEEK.

For further information pertaining to any of the above positions of interest, please email people@ceqld.org.au or call 07 4050 4385.

Are you ready to embark on a career journey that offers professional growth with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in remote communities and related networks and delivers a meaningful impact?

Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) seeks a dedicated individual/s to fill the pivotal role of Store Management couple. 

As critical team members, you will be at the heart of our services function in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area, and remote Aboriginal communities. Operating in 30 retail stores across remote locations, CEQ ensures access to quality fresh food, groceries, and essential services like fuel, gas, and ATM facilities.

It really needs you to be enthusiastic about making a difference and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your values (ours is “caring, every day, always”) and aspirations. If so, we invite you to join us at Community Enterprise Queensland. To take this step in your exciting career journey, apply for this role.

About the role

The Management couple is to provide effective and efficient management of the day-to-day operations of the Remote Store business, ensuring financial viability of the store, adequate employing levels, effective merchandising, compliance with all legislative and company policies and procedures and adherence to operational budgets under the guidance of the Regional Manager Operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise the financial operations of Remote Store, including sales figures, end of day registers and safe reconciliation, stock control, shrinkages, data entry, write offs, mark down, refunds, pricing, as per CEO policies and procedures.
• Lead and manage employee in the business units in accordance with contemporary human resource principles including mentoring assistant store managers in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management, WH&S, policy and procedure and industrial instrument.
• Ensure high level of customer service is maintained.
• Manage wages within budget.
• Develop and implement employee rosters.
• Monitor store merchandising and store specials effectiveness in conjunction with the Regional Manager Operations and Buying Department.
• Manage equipment.
• Monitor store presentation in conjunction with the Regional Manager.
• Manage all stocktakes within time frames and in accordance with CEO Policy and Procedure.
• Assist with quarterly written assessment of the business units.
• Monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace.
• Other duties as directed by the Regional Manager.

Competency

• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
• Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills – Maintains confidentiality.
• High level written and oral communication skills.
• Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Cost Consciousness – Conserves organisational resources.
• Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments.
• Organisational Support – Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.
• Planning/Organizing- Prioritises and plans work activities.
• Dependability – Keeps commitments.

Essential Requirements

• Experience with shrinkages, data entry, write offs, mark downs, refunds, shelf ticketing, cash transfers, overrides, and daily cash balances as per CEQ policies and procedures.
• Experience in supervising employees in accordance with contemporary human resource principles including mentoring employees in store presentation and merchandising principles, performance management and WH&S.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement employee rosters and assist the store manager to maximise employing resources.
• Excellent customer service.
• Ability to assist with stock takes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage the operations of a store and equipment in accordance with the Australian New Zealand Food Safety Standards Code.
• Ability to monitor WH&S to ensure employee safety and a safe workplace.
• Ability to work in a cross-culture team environment.
• Current Police check (no more than 3 months old)

Desirable

• Certificate III or IV in Retail
• Food Safety Certificate
• Workplace Health and Safety Certificate

Work Environment

The position is based across Remote FNQ Communities including the Torres Strait Islands.

Our Culture

CEQ promote an honest, progressive, collaborate, respectful and inclusive teamwork environment throughout the establishment, culturing diversity and growth within the workforce.

Our key benefits:

• 5 weeks annual leave & 17.5% leave loading
• Ability to Salary Sacrifice up to $15,000.00 p.a. (meals & entertainment options)
• Accommodation, Electricity and Utility bills covered.
• Employee assistance program (counselling & support services) available
• Opportunity for career growth
• Workplace health and wellbeing initiatives
• Laptop & Mobile phone

Applications Welcome 

If you are interested in joining our team, we welcome all applications

Check out our Current Seek Listings here

First Nations people are encouraged to apply.