Asset Financial Officer

Group and Team: City Assets Group, Asset Finance TeamLocation: Town Hall Employment status: Permanent, Full-time 1.0 FTE Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreeme nt 2024 Salary range: $91,138 to $93,969 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.Enjoy City of Hobart employee benefits.Competitive wages plus 13.5% superannuation.Work in an organisation that makes a positive difference.
About the role We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactiveAsset Financial Officerto provide high-level technical and financial support in the implementation of asset management across Council.
This role plays a key part in ensuring the effective use of systems and processes to support strategic asset planning, financial reporting, and operational decision-making.
Role accountabilities include:Support the delivery of Council's asset management objectives by maintaining accurate financial records and systems related to capital works and asset revaluations.Perform end-of-year asset financial activities and ensure timely reconciliation of transactions within the Asset Management System.Access and analyse data across asset and finance systems to support reporting, decision-making, and operational efficiency.Assist with the completion and financial closure of capital works projects, ensuring compliance with internal processes and timelines.Provide system support to users and contribute to asset-related projects and panels, including the Financial Asset Information Review (FAIR) Panel.
You are a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a strong foundation in financial and asset management.
Holding an Advanced Diploma or higher in Accounting, Asset Management, or Program Management, you bring relevant experience and a practical understanding of financial systems and processes.
A current Driver Licence and Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Registration are essential for this role.
Your expertise includes budget management, financial reporting, job costing, and asset accounting.
You are confident working with complex data, with the ability to interrogate systems and ensure the accuracy and integrity of asset and financial records.
Your understanding of asset systems and their maintenance requirements enables you to contribute effectively to operational and strategic outcomes.
You thrive in a high-volume environment, have a keen eye for detail, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to your work.
If you're looking to join a supportive and collaborative team where your skills will make a real impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
About us The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other.
We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all.
With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.A wide range ofleave entitlements.Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace.
As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety.
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks.
These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check,and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
If you're passionate about finance and 'our beautiful City' and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we'd love to hear from you.
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Selection process Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
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Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
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Unfortunately, the City of Hobart is not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time so you must have appropriate work rights to apply for this position.Please choose one and attach a copy of your current Visa: I am an Australian CitizenI am a permanent resident of Australia or NZ citizen who has entered Australia on a valid passportI am a non citizen with a valid visa that provides work rights and I consent to this being verifiedI am a non citizen who requires visa sponsorship from an employer.
Applicants requiring sponsorship will be marked as unsuccessful.DiversityDo you identify as either of the following?
I identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait IslanderI am from a non-English speaking backgroundRelevant Qualifications, Licences, and CompetenciesPlease outline the qualifications, licences and competencies you may have that are relevant to the role (as per the Position Description).
Copies of qualifications and competencies (excluding Driver Licence) must also be attached to your application.
I consent to City of Hobart formally verifying the qualifications I listed above.
YesDriver Licence DeclarationI declare that I hold the required licence and if I am the successful candidate I agree to the condition of employment to present the original in person for sighting on the first day of work.
AgreedRegistration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) is Mandatory for this RoleDo you hold a current Tasmanian RWVP for employment?
Or are you willing and eligible to obtain one?
Where available, please provide the registration or application number below.
Yes - Currently HoldNo - But eligible and willing to obtainNo - Not willing and/or ineligibleIf yes or willing/eligible, please provide your RWVP registration or application number.
RWVP registration is required before commencement in this position.
Pre-Employment Checks - National Police History and Medical AssessmentThe final stage of the recruitment process includes the requirement to undertake a National Police History Check and Pre-employment Medical Assessment.Are you willing to undergo these checks?
YesNoExperienceI have the following work experience in the relevant field of the role.Less than 1 year1 to 5 years .
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