25 Oct
Ashdown People
Sydney
Admin and Payments Support Officer 8 Month Contract Up to $52.45 / hr incl. super
- $47.04 p / h + super
- 8 month contract
- Sydney CBD / WFH
About the Role
The Administration and Payments Support Officer plays a crucial role in the Grants Operations team, providing essential administrative support and ensuring the efficient processing of payments related to cultural funding programs.
Please note - the office is currently based at Martin Place, but will shortly be relocating to The Rocks. The current hybrid flexibility includes Tuesdays in office, and 1-2 additional in office days, with the other days WFH.
Key accountabilities include :
- Assist with preparing and processing grant applications and related documentation in a timely manner.
- Maintain organised records of grant applications, approvals, and payments
- Coordinate and provide timely, specialist technical support to system users, to improve service delivery and outcomes
- Facilitate communication between internal teams and external stakeholders regarding funding programs
- Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes for grant-related discussions. Contribute to briefing notes and project documentation.
- Complete routine financial transactions and purchasing services, ensuring compliance with agency standards and procedures
- Track payment schedules and assist in reconciling accounts related to grant payments.
- Update databases, generate regular and ad hoc reports, and assist with financial statements.
- Ensure adherence to organisational policies and support the implementation of best practices in grant administration.
About You
- Previous NSW Government experience highly regarded
- Familiarity with the SmartyGrants system is essential
- Proficiency in completing routine financial transactions, managing purchase-to-pay processes, and ensuring timely payment of grant-related invoices
- Knowledge of SAP or other financial systems used for payments and reconciliations.
- Strong ability to maintain organised records of grants and payments, ensuring accuracy in tracking and reconciling accounts.
Benefits of contracting through Ashdown People
- 5th largest supplier to the NSW Government
- Get paid weekly
- Rated 4.9 / 5 on Google Reviews with over 1000 5 reviews for candidate feedback this year
- Offer Insurances for ABN Contractors
- Consistent communication & transparency
- Detailed onboarding & support
Please apply if you are interested. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions, please contact mark.
[email protected]
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