Finance and Accounting Specialist
3 weeks ago
Katherine Town Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Officer to join our team. As a key member of our finance team, you will be responsible for providing a wide range of financial services including rates, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of financial policies, procedures, and systems, as well as excellent communication and organizational skills. You will be required to work effectively with various stakeholders, including council staff, external customers, and other departments.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide financial services including rates, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
- Prepare and ensure accuracy of BAS/ATO & Superannuation returns, bank deposits, and other software system financial transactions and records.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, assist with budget preparation, financial audits, and internal audit / fraud protection procedures.
- Review, implement, and update financial procedures in accordance with Council financial policies, Australian Accounting Standards, Australian Taxation Department, and Local Government financial obligations.
- Provide accounting software system in-house training as required, make recommendations for improvements, and participate in change management.
- Act as a key contact for financial queries from internal and external customers.
- Provide administrative support and undertake ad hoc administrative duties to assist various departments in delivering their services.
Requirements
- Finance and/or other tertiary related qualifications.
- Current Driver's License.
- Demonstrated ability to meet the position's selection criteria.
- Sound written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in Microsoft Office products and packages.
- High Level customer service experience.
- Experience in positively engaging a team environment.
- Ability to understand various legislations, statutory obligations, and Council policies in order to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to deliver good outcomes.
- Extensive knowledge and skill gained through on-the-job training.
- Minimum experience of 2 years in similar or related role.
Benefits
- 6 weeks annual leave with leave loading.
- 3 weeks personal/carers leave.
- Wellness strategy which includes free pool access and 50% of Gym membership.
About Us
Katherine Town Council is the Municipal Council for Katherine, NT. Providing services to the Katherine Community relating to rates, roads, infrastructure, animal control, waste management, and other core essential services.
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