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At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales' largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We're committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

As a key role within Council's Finance Service Package, the Financial Accountant provides essential financial services to the organisation and supports the Coordinator Financial Planning and Reporting in:

• routine budgeting and reporting processes, including annual budget, quarterly budget reviews, monthly reserve reporting and long-term financial plan
• accounting for Council's grant income and other funding sources and ensuring they are spent according to funding deeds and governance protocols
• preparation of monthly reconciliations and variance analysis of the Captial Works Program
• preparation of monthly reconciliations and reports for Restricted Assets
• preparation of quarterly journals for grant revenue recognition and reserve transfers
• building strong partnering relationships with key stakeholders
• communicating and collaborating with budget owners to develop and enhance finance acumen across the organisation
• assisting with service excellence reviews and continually reviewing an improving Counci's budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes

To be successful in this role, you will have tertiary qualifications in accounting, financial management or business management complemented by demonstrated experience in a similar position within amultidisciplinedorganisation. You will have demonstrated experience providing sound advice and support to wide range of key stakeholders across the organisation.

Membership ofCPA Australia, Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia or the Institute of Public Accountants, and/or previous local government experience will be highly regarded.

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 35 hours per week.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 13 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $103,561 - $116,492 per annum plus superannuation.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Work from home
• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight
• 4-day week

Your leave benefits include:

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program
  
  

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click here tocheck out our careers page and to see what ison offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description .

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales' largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We're committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

As a key role within Council's Finance Service Package, the Financial Accountant provides essential financial services to the organisation and supports the Coordinator Financial Planning and Reporting in:

• routine budgeting and reporting processes, including annual budget, quarterly budget reviews, monthly reserve reporting and long-term financial plan
• accounting for Council's grant income and other funding sources and ensuring they are spent according to funding deeds and governance protocols
• preparation of monthly reconciliations and variance analysis of the Captial Works Program
• preparation of monthly reconciliations and reports for Restricted Assets
• preparation of quarterly journals for grant revenue recognition and reserve transfers
• building strong partnering relationships with key stakeholders
• communicating and collaborating with budget owners to develop and enhance finance acumen across the organisation
• assisting with service excellence reviews and continually reviewing an improving Counci's budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes

To be successful in this role, you will have tertiary qualifications in accounting, financial management or business management complemented by demonstrated experience in a similar position within amultidisciplinedorganisation. You will have demonstrated experience providing sound advice and support to wide range of key stakeholders across the organisation.

Membership ofCPA Australia, Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia or the Institute of Public Accountants, and/or previous local government experience will be highly regarded.

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 35 hours per week.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 13 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $103,561 - $116,492 per annum plus superannuation.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Work from home
• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight
• 4-day week

Your leave benefits include:

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer's Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program
  
  

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click here tocheck out our careers page and to see what ison offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description .

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Kelly McGowan, Chief Financial Officer on 02 6578 7336.

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MONDAY 18 August 2025

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionAccounting/Auditing and Finance
• IndustriesGovernment Administration

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