
Financial Accountant
2 days ago
ABOUT THE ROLE
- Full Time Ongoing
- Band 7 - $105, % Superannuation
- Flexible and hybrid work options available
We're seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented finance professional to oversee a broad range of accounting functions in a collaborative environment. You'll play a key role in maintaining accurate finances and supporting directorates with customer focussed accounting advice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Ensuring financial functions of the department are completed in accordance with the Local Government Act 2020.
- Acting as Council's primary contact with external auditors.
- Ensuring that all accounting records are maintained and reconciled.
- Financial acquittals for Government funding.
- Overseeing daily bank reconciliations.
- Confirming financial requirements for asset accounting.
- Stock and fixed assets registers maintenance and verification.
- Fringe Benefits Tax records maintenance and compliance.
- Authorising payroll authorisation and reconciliation.
To be successful for this role you'll bring:
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, or Business and either CPA or CA membership combined with substantial experience.
- Sound understanding of the Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) as they apply to Local Government.
- Substantial experience in working with sophisticated financial systems.
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of budgeting techniques.
- Understanding of the financial provisions of the Local Government Act 2020.
- Sound knowledge of Accounting for Infrastructure Assets.
South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.
We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.
Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.
Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US- Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
- Rostered Days Off offered for full time roles
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment
- Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club
- Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions
- Mentoring, coaching and secondments
- Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunity to purchase additional leave
- Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments
- Family Violence Support and Leave Provisions
CLOSING DATE
Applications close Midnight Thursday 23 October 2025.
CONTACTEnquiries to: Stephanie Pettau, Coordinator Accounting on
NEXT STEPSIf you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application.
You will be required to address the application questions and upload your resume. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest
For further information on our recruitment process please click here.
All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.
All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks (drug and alcohol tests) and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however, will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.
Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.
South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.
All councillors, employees, students, agency staff, contractors and volunteers are required to act in accordance with equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, harassment, vilification and child safety legislation. South Gippsland Shire Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We all have a responsibility to ensure our workplaces are respectful, safe and inclusive and free of all forms of unlawful and unacceptable behaviours. By applying for this role you agree to the above.
If you are havingany issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on or email
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