JOB  DETAILS

How You’ll Make An Impact As Finance Manager (Contract),you will lead

Council’s core financial functions, ensuring sound financial management, strong

governance and compliance with legislative and accounting requirements. This

position is offered on a 12-month term contract.

This is a senior professional role for an experienced

finance leader who can manage complex financial operations while also

contributing to longer‑term financial planning and organisational

sustainability. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting and audit

processes, manage Council’s investments, loans, rates and revenue functions,

and ensure compliance with GST, FBT and statutory reporting obligations.

Working closely with the Director Corporate Performance

& CFO and leaders across the organisation, you will provide high‑quality

financial advice, maintain robust financial systems and controls, and drive

continuous improvement to support informed decision‑making and effective

service delivery.

This position offers an attractive salary ranging from $118,570 to $151,777 gross per annum, plus superannuation (12 per cent), with

Commencing Salary Dependant On Qualifications, Skills, Qualifications And experience. This role also has access to Council’s Vehicle Leaseback Program.

An enhanced remuneration package may be offered to an exceptional candidate who brings strong, relevant experience in a similar role within the local government sector. What You’ll Bring To Our Team To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• University qualification/s in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or related discipline, complemented by current Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead a high-performing team to deliver corporate objectives and innovative service and business improvements.
• Demonstrated advanced communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build and maintain professional relationships, articulate expectations, negotiate outcomes, resolve disputes, and provide clear advice, direction and support.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable legislation, codes of practice and Australian Standards applicable to finance and accounting.
• Demonstrated budget preparation and financial management skills.
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills with the ability to balance competing workloads and deliver within deadlines and budget.

Are you interested in this position?

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