Finance Officer

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Perth, Western Australia Michael Page Full time

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  • Competitive hourly rate that values your skills and experience.
  • Temp-to-perm opportunity available.

    • Competitive hourly rate that values your skills and experience.
    • Temp-to-perm opportunity available.

    About Our Client

    This local council is a small-sized organisation committed to serving its community. With a dedicated team, it prioritises delivering meaningful outcomes through effective financial management and operational excellence.

    Job Description

    Key Responsibilities:
    • Process and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions efficiently and accurately.
    • Maintain and reconcile financial records and ledgers on a regular basis.
    • Support month-end and year-end financial reporting and audits as required.
    • Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets and forecasts.
    • Ensure compliance with local government accounting standards and legislative requirements.
    • Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers or contractors to resolve finance-related queries.
    • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance team and processes.

    The Successful Applicant

    A Successful Finance Officer Should Have
    • Qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
    • Previous experience in transactional finance or a similar finance officer role, preferably within local government or the public sector.
    • Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
    • Familiarity with local government accounting practices and relevant legislation is highly desirable.
    • Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a small finance team.
    • Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Experience with Synergy software is a plus.
    • Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.

    What's on Offer
    • Be part of a supportive and community-focused local government team.
    • Gain diverse experience across multiple finance functions in a well-established council environment.
    • Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
    • Competitive hourly rate reflecting your skills and experience.
    • Temp-to-perm opportunity available, offering potential long-term career growth and stability within the council.

    If this Finance Officer role aligns with your skills and interests, we encourage you to apply today.

    Contact: Jeffrey Madani

    Quote job ref: JN-072025-6790511Seniority level
    • Seniority levelEntry level
    Employment type
    • Employment typeTemporary
    Job function
    • Job functionFinance and Sales
    • IndustriesCivic and Social Organizations, Public Policy Offices, and Individual and Family Services

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