Senior Finance Officer

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Finance Officer to join our team in the Financial Services Unit at Council for a period of 12 months with a possible extension.

As the Senior Finance Officer, you will provide advice and support in achieving the key objectives of Council's Financial Services Unit. In this role, you will ensure Council's financial functions are maintained in compliance with legislation, manage the accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations and the end of the period reconciliations.

Other key responsibilities:

• Ensure the timely and accurate processing of invoices and month-end tasks.
• Control and maintain creditors and debtors master files.
• Deliver effective customer service, including telephone, counter enquiries, and correspondence, in a courteous and professional manner.

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

$70,803 to $81,982 per annum plus superannuation

• Temporary, 12 month opportunity with possibility of extension
• Full-time, 35 hours per week
• Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements, option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• 12% superannuation
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members
• Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site
• Free flu vaccination program
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley

The ideal candidate will have a Certificate IV in Accounting, Financial Management, Business Management, or a related field. You should have strong attention to detail, the ability to accurately review your own work, and demonstrated experience in an accounting environment, particularly in accounts payable and receivable. Additionally, experience managing month-end processes and maintaining accurate financial records is essential.

We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume.

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 13 November 2025 at 11:30pm

Who to Contact: Arun Varghese, Finance Coordinator on

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.