DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

A skilled and valued workforce that is motivated to consistently deliver high levels of service in a safe and efficient manner. Ensuring all Governance outcomes are delivered in line with Council’s operational and corporate plans and continue to manage finances in a responsible and sustainable manner.

OBJECTIVES

The Senior Finance Officer is responsible for the efficient and effective delivery of Financial Services which align with Councils vision & Objectives. To facilitate the accounting and financial functions of the Shire in accordance with the Local Government Act 2009, Local Government Regulation 2012, AASB and other relevant legislation.

Acting as a reference point for staff in regard to all aspects of the Accounting and Finance functions of the Council.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Please answer the following questions:

  1. Work under limited supervision as part of a team to provide high quality, timely financial management support.
  2. Proven experience in asset management, including managing the lifecycle of assets from acquisition to disposal, asset valuation and depreciation.
  3. Experience in preparing financial reports and budgets.
  4. High level of competency in understanding of financial ledgers and reconciliations.
  5. Effective time management skills and ability to work to strict deadlines.
  6. Effective communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
  7. Experience in Practical+ is advantageous though not essential.

REMUNERATION

  • Level 4.1-5.4
  • Stream A Local Government Award
  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • 17.5% leave loading
  • 15 days personal leave
  • Locality Allowance
  • Fortnightly RDO’s
  • 11.5% Superannuation
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health & wellbeing support
  • Relocation Assistance

ENQUIRIES ABOUT THE POSITION

For information about the duties and nature of the position, enquiries should be directed to the Human Resources Officer, Julie Stewart at Council@bulloo.qld.gov.au.

Council is not required to accept applications that are received after the closing date and time, and reserves the right to appoint by invitation, or to make no appointment at all. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by telephone to arrange an interview.

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION

Your application should be submitted electronically to Council@bulloo.qld.gov.au, and your email Subject should be “First Name Surname – Senior Finance Officer”.  

Please include:

cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the selection criteria;

updated Curriculum Vitae,including:

i. qualifications; 

ii. experience;

iii. three (3) referees, including your current employer; 

copies of academictranscripts.

Salary

Competitive

Monthly based

Location

Bulloo Shire,Queensland,Australia

Job Overview
Job Posted:
4 months ago
Job Type
Full Time
Total Vacancies
1

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Bulloo Shire,Queensland,Australia