Finance Officer

• Excellent remuneration and benefits, flexible working conditions
• Financial support for training, additional paid leave, wellbeing programs
• Initial 12-month contract with potential for ongoing employment

• Excellent remuneration and benefits, flexible working conditions
• Financial support for training, additional paid leave, wellbeing programs
• Initial 12-month contract with potential for ongoing employment

Total HRM has partnered with Strathbogie Shire Council to find a capable Finance Officer to assist with a wide range of accounting functions. Strathbogie Shire Council is offering an excellent remuneration package and sought-after learning and development opportunities for your career progression.
We are working hard to show our commitment to being better, delivering, and responding to our community needs to empower the people of our region and implement their visions.

In your new role, you will:

• Work within the Finance Team to perform a wide range of accounting tasks including reconciliations, reporting, and accounts processing
• Provide support for audits and compliance activities
• Review systems, procedures and service quality, and provide input for process improvements
• Meet reporting deadlines by completing tasks within processing cycles, and supporting the Revenue and Accounts Payable functions

What sets you apart:

• Relevant experience in financial management
• Excellent computer skills, with experience using MAGIQ software highly regarded
• Accurate written communication skills, numeracy skills and a high level of attention to detail
• Time management and organisation skills
• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Business aren’t essential but would be considered advantageous

Why work at Strathbogie Shire Council?

• Access to financial assistance for training and development, plus generous study leave
• 3 days PAID leave during Christmas shutdown + 3 days PAID Family Care Leave each year, in addition to your personal leave
• Income Protection Scheme
• Weekly onsite visits for musculoskeletal injuries and treatment (e.g. soft tissue manipulation, dry needling and exercise rehab)
• Leave Loading paid out annually
• Flexible working arrangements for where and when you work

We are a vibrant and progressive rural council serving a diverse network of communities such as Euroa, Nagambie, Violet Town, Avenel, Longwood, Ruffy and Strathbogie. We pride ourselves on our region’s natural beauty and community focus on fostering respect, optimism, and inclusivity.

Need more details?
Working rights: You will need full Australian working rights to be considered for this position. You will undergo a police check and additional assessments may apply
When: This role is initially being offered on a full-time basis for a 12-month contract. We are ready for you to commence immediately but willing to negotiate for the right candidate
Remuneration: $78,902, plus Super, plus other great benefits
Flexibility: We value flexibility including for your start and finish times, and where you work from. Our primary office location is in Euroa, Victoria.
Inclusion: Strathbogie Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and a Child Safe organisation. We value diversity in our workplace and will consider flexible working arrangements.
To apply:Click on “Apply” and upload your resume and cover letter (video or written) OR for a confidential conversation regarding this role, please contact Kelly Barr at [email protected] or on 1800 868 254.
Applications close:Tuesday 11 April 2023, although you may be appointed earlier