Asset Financial Officer

3 weeks ago


Hobart, Tasmania, Australia City of Hobart Full time
Overview
  • Group and Team: City Assets Group, Asset Finance Team
  • Location: Town Hall
  • Employment status: Permanent, Full-time 1.0 FTE
  • Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
  • Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
  • Salary range: $91,138 to $93,969 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.

About The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Asset Financial Officer to provide high-level technical and financial support in the implementation of asset management across Council. This role plays a key part in ensuring the effective use of systems and processes to support strategic asset planning, financial reporting, and operational decision-making.


Role Accountabilities
  • Support the delivery of Council's asset management objectives by maintaining accurate financial records and systems related to capital works and asset revaluations.
  • Perform end-of-year asset financial activities and ensure timely reconciliation of transactions within the Asset Management System.
  • Access and analyse data across asset and finance systems to support reporting, decision-making, and operational efficiency.
  • Assist with the completion and financial closure of capital works projects, ensuring compliance with internal processes and timelines.
  • Provide system support to users and contribute to asset-related projects and panels, including the Financial Asset Information Review (FAIR) Panel.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Position Description


About You

You are a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a strong foundation in financial and asset management. Holding an Advanced Diploma or higher in Accounting, Asset Management, or Program Management, you bring relevant experience and a practical understanding of financial systems and processes. A current Driver Licence and Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Registration are essential for this role.


Your expertise includes budget management, financial reporting, job costing, and asset accounting. You are confident working with complex data, with the ability to interrogate systems and ensure the accuracy and integrity of asset and financial records. Your understanding of asset systems and their maintenance requirements enables you to contribute effectively to operational and strategic outcomes.


You thrive in a high-volume environment, have a keen eye for detail, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to your work. If you\'re looking to join a supportive and collaborative team where your skills will make a real impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.


About Us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.


We Recognise Contributions To Our Workforce And Offer
  • Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • A wide range of leave entitlements.
  • Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
  • Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
  • Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
  • An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
  • Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.


The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.


City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.


Learn more about our vision, mission and values.


How to apply

If you\'re passionate about finance and \'our beautiful City\' and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today


If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Fatema Qader, Financial Analyst, on or email


All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.


Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 7 September 2025.


Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.


Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.


To Protect Privacy And Prevent Fraud, Do Not Upload Or Email Personal Documents Such As Driver\'s Licences, Passports, Or Personal Tax And Superannuation Details. Instead

  • Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
  • Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.


The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.


Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.


Learn more about the selection process on our website.

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