Expenditure Controller

Applications are invited for the position of Expenditure Controller, based at Council's Administration Centre.  The successful applicant shall provide for the efficient operation of Council’s Creditors/ Purchasing Systems to ensure that all of Council’s Goods and Services Tax obligations are met, purchasing requirements are met and accounts are paid in accordance with suppliers trading terms and Council’s policies.  

For more information about Inverell Shire Council and the Administration Officer position please click here to access the Position Profile.

Applicants should address the following Selection Criteria:

Essential:

Qualifications

• NSW Higher School Certificate or equivalent OR NSW School Certificate and satisfactory experience;
• NSW Class C Drivers Licence or equivalent; and
• Diploma in Accounting or Finance or equivalent;

Skills and Experience

• Capacity to operate in an office environment using Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and other general office computer applications;
• Well developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills;
• Demonstrated understanding of Local Government Tendering Requirements;
• Experience in Local Government procurement, procurement probity and contact management; and
• Ability to work in a team environment and liaise effectively with staff in other departments;

Desirable:

Qualifications

• Commencement. progression and/or completion of a Degree level course of study acceptable to the Director Corporate and Community Services.

Employment will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Local Government (State) Award 2023.  The classification for the position will be up to Operational Band 1, Level 4 to Band 2, Level 2, Grade 8 to Grade 10.  Salary will be in accordance with qualifications and experience, and will be in a range from $1,190.02 to $1,411.12 gross per week. 

Enquiries in relation to the nature of the position may be made by speaking directly with Council’s Chief Financial Officer, Edwin Narayan on (02) 6728 8288.

Applicants must address the selection criteria as listed below. Letters of application submitted online are to be addressed to the General Manager, and will close on Friday, 25 April 2024 at 4:30pm. Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a smoke free work environment.