Finance Project Lead

Somerset Regional Council. Council’s PID Co; Esk; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

12% employer superannuation

Nine (9) day fortnight

Novated leasing

Work-life balance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee wellness program

Professional development and training

Study Assistance available

Job summary

Somerset Regional Council in Esk, Queensland, seeks a finance professional to lead system uplift work, including testing, development and documentation of accounting processes and dashboards for the ERP project. The role also covers day‑to‑day accounting support and reporting.

You will apply accounting principles, business process expertise and strong communication to drive improvements within a collaborative team, while enjoying a competitive salary and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Expertise in accounting principles, legislative interpretation and contemporary financial practice.
• Development of business processes and associated stakeholder management.
• Ability to critically analyse information and processes to identify process improvement opportunities.
• High level interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• System testing, development and documentation of accounting and business procedures.
• Development of financial reports and dashboards for Finance elements of Council’s ERP project.
• Provide day-to-day general accounting support as required.

Skills

Accounting principles

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Do you thrive on leading transformational projects that modernise systems, improve financial processes and deliver meaningful organisational outcomes?

This position will be responsible for the system testing, development and documentation of accounting and business procedures, development of financial reports and dashboards for Finance related elements of Council’s Enterprise Resource Planning Project (“Systems Uplift Project”) implementation.

Council's Systems Uplift Project is a major business transformation initiative focused on modernising systems, streamlining processes and strengthening organisational capability.

The position will also provide general accounting support for day-to-day operations as required.

To be successful in the role, you will require:

• Expertise in accounting principles, legislative interpretation and contemporary financial practice.
• Demonstrated experience in the development of business processes and associated stakeholder management.
• Ability to critically analyse information and processes to identify process improvement opportunities.
• High level interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work effectively in a team environment.

If you are an experienced finance professional with a passion for systems improvement and organisational transformation, we encourage you to apply.

Applications are to be submitted by 5pm Thursday 22 October 2026.

Lifestyle and Liveability

Located in the heart of south-east Queensland, Somerset is a large region of lakes and landscapes, in fact we’ve got 5,373km2 of countryside for you to explore.

We’re home to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, 161km of high-quality track just waiting for you to cycle, hike or horse-ride. Our lakes are second to none and the perfect spot to drop a line or take a dip. Thrill seekers are covered with a range of outdoor adventures from skydiving to horse-riding.

Rush hour traffic? Forget it. When you live and work in Somerset, the work commute is likely to be through hills or paddocks under big blue skies. Parking is never a problem, and it’s free.

When you take a job with Somerset Regional Council, you’re making a choice for both career development and a better lifestyle.

Benefits of working for Somerset Regional Council

• Competitive salary and conditions
• 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Nine (9) day fortnight
• Access to novated leasing
• Work-life balance and consideration of flexible work arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families (24/7 access)
• Employee wellness program
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee “Study Assistance” available in accordance with policy