Public Sector Finance Partner - Asset & Reporting

Dungog Shire Council; Dungog; On-site; AUD 102,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave between Christmas and New

Outstanding team environment

Professional development opportunities

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Job summary

Dungog Shire Council is seeking a Finance Business Partner to provide high‑quality financial advice and partner with leaders across the organisation to support informed decision‑making and long‑term financial sustainability. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will translate financial information into practical insights, with a strong focus on asset accounting, financial reporting and budgeting.

This permanent, full‑time role offers a structured career path and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards.
• Experience providing financial advice to senior stakeholders.
• Experience in asset accounting, including valuations and depreciation.
• Ability to translate financial information into practical advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality financial advice and partner with leaders for decision making.
• Support planning, budgeting and performance reporting.
• Focus on asset accounting, including asset recognition, revaluations and depreciation.
• Translate financial information into practical insights for service delivery.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure long‑term financial sustainability.

Skills

Accounting degree

Financial analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Public sector know‑how

Depreciation knowledge

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Dungog Shire Council is seeking a Finance Business Partner to provide high‑quality financial advice and partner with leaders across the organisation to support informed decision‑making and long‑term financial sustainability. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will translate financial information into practical insights, with a strong focus on asset accounting, financial reporting and budgeting.

This permanent, full‑time role offers a structured career path and opportunities for