Who is QAL?

Queensland Airports Limited (QAL) is an accomplished airport operator that owns and operates Gold Coast, Townsville, Longreach, and Mount Isa airports.  We connect the Gold Coast and northern NSW, along with regional Queensland, to the rest of the country and beyond.  As an Australian-owned company, we aim to create valuable connections, inspire a sustainable future, and be the first-choice gateway for our regions. We are committed to delivering for the communities where we operate and are formally recognised as a ‘Great Place to Work – Certified’ organisation – the only airport operator in Australia with this certification.  QAL is dedicated to achieving net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030.   With strong passenger numbers and terminal upgrades underway, there has never been a better time to join QAL.

What you’ll contribute to:

We’re looking for an experienced Finance Officer with solid accounts payable and receivable experience to join the QAL Finance team. This role can be worked flexibly with various options on working hours and hybrid working to support your work-life balance.

This mid-level role requires a collaborative, team-focused approach to ensure financial transactions are processed accurately and on time. If you’re resilient, self-motivated, and detail-oriented, you’ll excel managing tasks like invoice processing, account queries, daily cash receipts, executing payment runs , and handling doubtful and bad debts. Together, we work efficiently to keep all financial processes running smoothly.

We believe it’s important to hear directly from our team about their experiences working at QAL. Sonal joined us in 2023 as an intern, progressed to a Finance Officer role, and has recently been promoted to Accountant. Here, she shares her journey and insight;

"I initially joined QAL as an intern and loved the supportive and inclusive culture so much that I became a full time finance officer. What I value most is the flexibility, great work/ life balance and the continuous opportunities to learn and grow. I was again recently promoted to Accountant, which is a reflection of the growth and development QAL encourages. Being part of such a positive team makes the experience even better. It's a place where your contributions truly matter and personal development is encouraged".

 How will you make an impact?

This role is ideal for someone who is self-motivated, highly organised, and detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy in every task. You’ll need excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively within a busy team and support shared goals. Being comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and handling important, recurring tasks over the long term is essential. And while we’re committed to working hard and getting the job done, we believe in having fun along the way—making each day both productive and enjoyable.

Key deliverables / responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Timely and accurate processing of payments within the Group.
• Reconcile monthly statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage cash application making sure all cash receipting is applied properly.
• Schedule and execute payment runs in line with company terms.
• Debt collection, in accordance with QAL’s Debtors policy, debts of the Group. Escalate debt collection in accordance with QAL Group debtor policy
• Handling accounts responsibilities in the absence of other team members on leave.

What will we offer you?

This is an opportunity to be part of a progressive organisation with a great culture and assist in the transformation and growth of the business.  Flexible working options are available for all employees.  At QAL, we uphold the philosophy that the smooth integration of life and work benefits all.  We call it ‘Living Well’.

QAL supports an inclusive approach and values diversity within the workplace.  We aim to provide opportunities that allow individuals to reach their full potential regardless of their background, gender, age, work status, religious or cultural identity.  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will be required to adhere to QAL’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP), which includes pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing, and have the ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).

Please obtain the Position Description by clicking HERE, or if you are on Seek, by copying the following location into your browser: https://qal.elmotalent.com.au/careers/QALcareers/job/view/280.