Senior Finance Officer

Flinders Council; Whitemark; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Community gym membership

Yearly travel allowance

Telephone allowance

Job summary

Flinders Council is seeking an experienced finance professional for a key role in payroll, property and rates, and financial management. You will work in a supportive team on Flinders Island, delivering accurate remuneration, rates administration, and robust financial reporting.

The role emphasizes compliance, process improvement, confidentiality, and proactive problem solving to support Council operations and community services.

Qualifications

• A qualification in finance up to Diploma level, or an equivalent combination of relevant skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll function, ensuring accurate remuneration and statutory reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Independence

Payroll knowledge

Financial reporting

Education

Diploma in Finance

Finance qualification

Job description

Flinders Council are looking for an experienced finance professional who is organised, accurate, solutions-focused and confident working independently. You’ll be part of a supportive, close-knit workplace while enjoying everything that picturesque Flinders Island has to offer.

Payroll

• Manage Council’s payroll function, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant employee remuneration and statutory reporting.
• Maintain accurate payroll records in accordance with legislation, industrial instruments and Council policies.
• Provide payroll advice and support to employees and managers and contribute to process and control improvements.

Property and Rates

• Coordinate Council’s property and rating functions, including property records, rates and related revenue activities.
• Manage debt recovery, payment arrangements, concessions, remissions and rebates in accordance with legislative and Council requirements.
• Provide advice on property and rating matters and support annual rating reviews, modelling and reporting.

Financial Management and Reporting

• Support financial management through the processing, reconciliation and monitoring of financial transactions, banking and revenue activities.
• Prepare financial reports, statutory returns, reconciliations and other financial information for operational and compliance purposes.
• Maintain financial systems, records and internal controls and assist with budgeting, audits and continuous improvement.

General

• Develop, maintain and review finance-related policies, procedures and documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, standards and Council requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion when dealing with sensitive Council, employee and community matters.
• Contribute to Corporate Services objectives and undertake other duties consistent with the position’s skills, competencies and classification.

About you

We are looking for someone who combines strong technical financial knowledge with excellent judgement, communication skills and a commitment to accuracy. You will ideally have:

• A qualification in finance up to Diploma level, or an equivalent combination of relevant skills and experience.
• At least five years' experience in finance roles, with demonstrated experience across payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Sound knowledge of payroll, GST, superannuation and other legislative requirements relevant to financial processing.
• Experience working within established policies and procedures and contributing to their improvement.
• Strong problem-solving skills, particularly when identifying and resolving errors within financial management systems.
• The ability to understand user requirements and develop clear, meaningful financial reports.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to accuracy.
• A proactive approach to improving processes, finding practical solutions and embracing new ideas.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to take on a trusted and influential finance role within a local government environment, where your work directly supports the effective operation of Council and the community it serves. The salary package includes benefits such as community gym membership, a yearly travel allowance, and a telephone allowance. Remuneration will be negotiated based on qualifications and experience, in accordance with the Flinders Council Enterprise Agreement.

For more information about the position, please visit our website at www.flinders.tas.gov.au or contact the Council directly at 6359 5001 to obtain the position description.

Applications must be received by the close of business on Monday 26 October 2026.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our vibrant team at Flinders Council.

Flinders Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace and encourages applications from people of diverse backgrounds and experiences.