Utilities & Municipal Accounts Administrator

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a Municipal Administrator to support our utilities and finance team. This role will focus on council billing, reporting, reconciliations, and risk management across multiple utilities, including Water, Electricity, Sewer, Effluent, Refuse, Alternative Energy, Back-up Electricity, and Gas.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in all municipal account processes.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Source municipal and utility accounts from supply authorities and manage council, tenant, and supplier queries.
• Open new utility accounts, log service outages, and track ongoing service issues.
• Prepare, reconcile, and process accounts for timely payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with data capturing, record keeping, and property packs for new acquisitions.
• Conduct supplier reconciliations and support financial analysis and reporting.
• Verify and check tariffs, meter readings, and utility costs for accuracy.
• Support creditors management, accounts reconciliation, and utility billing processes.

Requirements

• Property industry and municipal accounts experience (essential).
• Proven experience in creditors/accounts reconciliation, accounts payable, and payments processing.
• Strong Excel skills (intermediate).
• Valid driver’s licence.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail, numerical, and analytical ability.
• Service-oriented with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and adaptable to change.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a team environment.
• Assertive, energetic, and results-focused.
• Experience across office, retail, and industrial property utilities management.

Why Join?

• Be part of a reputable, forward-thinking property management and development group.
• Work in a role that combines finance, administration, and utilities management.
• Grow your career in an ethical, supportive, and customer-focused environment.