Finance Coordinator

Strathbogie Shire Council; Euroa; Hybrid; AUD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work 40%

Flexible hours

Flexible work sites

Generous leave entitlements

Annual pay increases

Christmas bonus

Leave loading 17.5%

Job summary

Strathbogie Shire Council is seeking a Finance professional to join the Finance team. You will manage the annual budget, monthly and quarterly reporting, and coordinate audits with external auditors to meet statutory obligations.

A tertiary accounting/business qualification is essential, with strong budgeting and reporting skills. The role offers hybrid work options, flexible hours, and opportunities to improve financial systems and processes while developing staff and ensuring confidentiality

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Accounting/Business.
• Experience in government accounting or public sector reporting is desirable.
• Knowledge of AASB standards and statutory reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare council annual budget and mid-year budget review under CFO and Director People and Governance.
• Prepare monthly Council reports and quarterly reports in line with standards and internal requirements.
• Coordinate annual audit with external auditors (VAGO or representative).
• Coordinate preparation of statutory returns including BAS, FBT, Grants Commission and Essential Services Commission.
• Coordinate banking and Corporate Credit Cards including monthly reconciliations.
• Lead and develop finance staff and manage confidential information.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Band 7 - $98,954 per annum + 12% superannuation

About Us:

The Strathbogie Shire is a vibrant and progressive rural municipality located about two hours from the Melbourne CBD along the Hume Highway. We have diverse and picturesque communities served by townships such as Euroa, Nagambie, Violet Town, Avenel, Longwood, Ruffy and Strathbogie.

The role will:

Join the Finance team and play a key role in strengthening Council's financial performance! You'll ensure accurate, compliant financial reporting in line with relevant legislation, statutory obligations, AASB accounting standards and Council policies. From preparing financial, management, budget and statutory reports to supporting departments with budget preparation, monitoring and variance analysis, you'll help drive informed decision-making across the organisation.

You'll also have the opportunity to review and enhance financial systems and processes, identifying improvements that boost efficiency, accuracy and overall performance.

Key responsibilities

• Preparation of council annual budget and mid year budget review with the supervision of CFO and Director People and Governance.
• Prepare monthly Council reports and analysis, and quarterly reports for Council, in accordance with relevant accounting standards, legislation and internal requirements.
• Coordination of annual audit with external auditors (VAGO or representative).
• Coordination of preparation of financial and other statutory returns including, BAS, FBT, Grants Commission, Essential Services Commission and other returns as required to relevant statutory bodies.
• Coordinate banking and Corporate Credit Cards including monthly reconciliations.
• Will have the ability to motivate and develop employees.
• Will have the ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues appropriately.
• Will have a tertiary qualification in Accounting/Business.

Why you will love working at Strathbogie Shire Council….

We understand the need for flexibility and can offer:

• Hybrid working arrangements - up to 40% working from home.
• Negotiated start and finish times.
• Negotiated work sites.

We have generous leave entitlements including:

• 3 additional days of Family Care Leave per year to support caring requirements.
• 3 days paid leave during Christmas closure.
• Long service leave available pro rata after five years, and transferable across local government organisations.
• Up to 10 days unpaid leave per year for Cultural and Ceremonial Leave.
• Up to 20 days of paid Family Violence Leave annually.
• Parental Leave - 16 weeks of paid leave for primary carer and 2 weeks for secondary carer, with option to be taken a half pay.

We value your health and wellbeing and offer:

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Income Protection Scheme for all employees.
• Weekly onsite visits for treatment of soft tissue injuries.
• Access to Local Government Employees Health Plan.

We encourage professional development and learning opportunities including:

• Support to study with a repayment plan via payroll deductions.
• Access to study leave.
• On the job training.

And the bonuses:

• Annual pay increases in line with our Enterprise Agreement.
• 17.5% Leave Loading paid annually as a lump sum 'Christmas bonus'.
• Recognition awards for years of service.

For further information about this position, please contact Andrew Davis, Chief Financial Officer, on 0448 912 ***.

Strathbogie Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and a Child Safe organisation. We value diversity in our workplace and will consider flexible working arrangements.