Rates Officer

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Rates Officer

Applications Close (AWST): 10:00 PM 21/09/2025

Salary up to: $100,000 - $109,999

Occupation: Accounting/Economics/Finance

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Kununurra - Remote WA

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and all age groups to apply.
The Organisation
The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important. We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of
S
afety,
T
eamwork,
A
ccountability,
C
ommunication, and
R
espect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK. Employees describe SWEK as an exciting and inspirational place to work and as an Employer we are constantly finding ways to improve employment conditions for our Employees.

The East Kimberley
The East Kimberley is a stunning and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options, great food, and friendly locals. It is an amazing and very unique part of Australia. The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundant opportunities.

The Opportunity
Responsibilities
We are looking for an extraordinarily motivated and experienced Rates Officer to join our high functioning Corporate Services Team in Kununurra to ensure efficient and effective rating and property management processes, and relevant statutory obligations are always met by the Shire. We understand that it is sometimes difficult to immediately consider moving to a remote area and if you are the right person for this role we will work with you to provide options on flexibility. The role will also assist in the development, implementation and achievement of the Department's Business Plan including supporting the Manager Finance and Director Corporate Services in preparing information for the annual statutory financial statements, monthly Council Reports and other management reports as required. Your responsibilities will include:

• Property and Rating Administration
• Rates Modelling and Budget Preparation
• Compliance and Legislation
• Reconciliation of rates and charges schedules for Council adoption
• Annual Billing and Calendar Activities
• Debt Recovery and Customer Liaison

Full requirements of this position are outlined in the
Position Description
at the bottom of this page.

What You Will Bring
You will have relevant qualifications in Business, or Finance (Diploma level or higher) at least three years experience as a Rates Officer in Local Government and current National Police Clearance (within the last 6 months)

You Will Also Need

• Substantial experience in managing rating functions within a WA local government
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation
• Proven ability to conduct rates modelling and prepare rate schedules
• Strong customer service skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High level of accuracy, data management, and financial reconciliation ability
• Ability to prepare reports, handle audit queries, and manage competing deadlines
• Familiarity with settlement agent practices and rating exemptions
• Experience coordinating debt collection and legal escalation

Salary And Benefits
Working for SWEK means that in addition to the competitive annual salary range indicated at the top of this page (inclusive of allowances and superannuation, dependent on skills and experience), you may also enjoy a range of other benefits including:

• 6 weeks annual leave
• 12% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 3%
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses
• 11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year
• Flexible working arrangements
• Shire provided corporate uniforms
• Opportunities for professional development
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services

Please note that, where applicable, benefits will be applied pro-rata to casual and part-time roles.

APPLY NOW
If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team and to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the
'Apply'
button at the bottom of this page or contact Liam Moore, our Manager Finance on for more information about this opportunity.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement
— acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.
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