Finance Officer: Growth in a Supportive Team + CPA Path

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Active Social Club

Additional Leave

Waves Aquatic Centre discounts

Fitness Passport

Onsite undercover parking

Onsite Café

Job summary

The Hills Shire Council Finance Officer role offers hands-on experience in accounts payable and receivable across a structured rotation. You will work in a supportive, team-based environment and contribute to high-quality financial service delivery.

We seek a Degree in Accounting, CPA qualifications or studies, and strong attention to detail, communication and customer service skills. Competitive salary with superannuation applies, located in NSW Australia.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting required.
• CPA qualification or CPA studies in progress.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; able to work in a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of accounting and debt recovery principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounts payable activities – maintain records, invoice/payments, reconciling supplier statements
• Prepare daily banking, receipts and reconcile cheques and deposits
• Perform accounts receivable activities – invoice and maintain/reconcile accounts, debt collection
• Respond to and follow up on accounts payable/debtor enquiries and filing/maintain documentation
• Assist in the preparation of daily bank reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Written & verbal communication

Education

Degree in Accounting

CPA qualification or CPA studies

Job description

The Hills Shire Council Finance Officer role offers hands-on experience in accounts payable and receivable across a structured rotation. You will work in a supportive, team-based environment and contribute to high-quality financial service delivery.

We seek a Degree in Accounting, CPA qualifications or studies, and strong attention to detail, communication and customer service skills. Competitive salary with superannuation applies, located in NSW Australia.