Finance Officer

About the opportunity

We’re looking for a Finance Officer to join our team and contribute to the success of our Finance team. Reporting to the Manager of Finance, you’ll:

• Be responsible for maintaining the general ledger, including reporting, reconciliations and end of month
• Manage the day-to-day cash position and investment portfolio
• Liaise with internal and external customers, ensuring outstanding monies owing to Council are followed up in a timely manner
• Have the opportunity to work across other areas of the Finance team, supporting the organisation as needed
• Grow your skills and experience in a supportive environment

What you’ll need to be successful

• Minimum Diploma of Accounting or above, or 3+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Experience working within a regulatory environment
• Excellent numerical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide advice and direction to internal stakeholders and support senior employees
• Ability to manage your own schedule ensuring deadlines are met or exceeded

Benefits of working at Towong Shire

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Work with a leadership team that sets you up for success
• Enjoy autonomy over your working day
• Friendly and inclusive work environment and team culture

Next steps

If you’re excited by this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

1. Read the full Position Description at towong.vic.gov.au/careers
2. Apply via our website towong.vic.gov.au/careers
3. Provide a cover letter detailing how you meet the Key Selection Criteria for the role
4. Provide a copy of your resume, including the details of two professional referees

Applications close: Monday, 2 December at 11:59pm

If your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway, just make sure to include a cover letter to let us know why you’d be a great fit for the team.

Towong Shire Council is committed to creating a culture where everyone is respected. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, contact hr@towong.vic.gov.au

Our process

• Once the role is closed, all applications are reviewed against the role requirements
• If your application is successful, you may receive an initial screening call and/or be invited to an interview
• If shortlisted to the final stage, you may receive a call regarding reference and police checks, before (hopefully) receiving an offer

All applicants will receive an outcome regardless of being successful or unsuccessful.

If your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway, just make sure to include a cover letter to let us know why you’d be a great fit for the team.

Towong Shire Council is committed to creating a culture where everyone is respected. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, contact hr@towong.vic.gov.au