Team Leader Administrative Support

1 week ago


Hunter Valley, Australia NSW Agriculture and Biosecurity Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled finance professional to lead the financial and administrative functions at Tocal Agricultural College in Paterson. If you have a strong background in accounting, a keen eye for financial detail, and experience managing budgets and financial operations, we want to hear from you

**Location: Paterson - Tocal Agricultural College**
**Term: 12-month full-time role, with potential for extension**
**Salary: $106,025 - $117,363 p.a. + super**

**About the Role**

As the **Team Leader - Admin Support (Accounting)**, you will be responsible for overseeing **all financial operations** for Tocal College, Tocal Field Days, and the CB Alexander Foundation. Your expertise in **budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance with Australian Accounting Standards** will ensure the smooth financial management of college activities.

This role requires **strong leadership and financial acumen**, as you will provide **strategic financial advice**, support audits, and manage financial transactions while ensuring compliance with government regulations and reporting requirements.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Financial Management & Reporting -**Oversee and manage financial transactions, prepare detailed budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for key stakeholders.
**Budget & Compliance Oversight -**Provide financial guidance to management, external auditors, advisory councils, and boards while ensuring adherence to Australian Accounting Standards.
**Accounts & Payroll Administration -**Manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial records for the Tocal Field Days Association.
**Student Fee & Contract Administration -**Act as the primary contact for student fee payers and maintain up-to-date contract management systems**.**
**Leadership & WHS Contributions -**Lead the admin support team and contribute to Work Health & Safety (WHS) initiatives within the college.

**About You**

***Demonstrated experience managing diverse activities, meeting tight deadlines, and adapting to changing schedules.

***Demonstrated experience in financial management, budgeting, and reporting
Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and financial compliance
The ability to communicate financial concepts effectively to a range of stakeholders

**Why Join Us?**
- Make an impact in a unique educational environment at a leading agricultural college.
- Take ownership of financial operations and drive improvements in financial processes.
- Be part of a supportive team that values expertise and professional growth.

**What we Offer**

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

- An inclusive work culture
- Flexible, autonomous work environment
- Competitive pay and conditions
- An opportunity to develop a career in DPIRD
- Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

**For further details, contact**:
**Click here to view the full role description**

**How to Apply**

**Applications close: Sunday, 16 February 2025, at 11:55pm**

**Recruitment Process Adjustment**

**About Us**

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions.

DPIRD brings together Agriculture and Biosecurity; Forestry and Fishing; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development and Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service.

We have nearly 5,000 employees, with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW.

Within NSW DPIRD, Agriculture leads agricultural industry development through extension, science and research, industry policy and regulatory compliance functions to foster sustainable and economic agricultural industries.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

**Additional Information**
- The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required._
- A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months._



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