Finance Manager
Job No:
88637
Location:
Katherine, NT
- Working out of Katherine, NT - Get to know spectacular parts of outback Australia most people will never see!
- Enjoy fantastic job security within the Council sector!
- Competitive remuneration circa $120,000 + super + remote area allowance and relocation of up to $5,000!
About the Organisation
The Victoria Daly Regional Council was formed as part of the Local Government reforms in the Northern Territory. Council Service Centres are located in Kalkaringi, Yarralin, Timber Creek, Pine Creek and Nauiyu.
The Council has a vision to provide good governance, leadership and advocacy. To ensure the local communities are empowered towards developing a strong regional economy, the Council have adopted the values of respect, integrity, honesty, openness and equality. To fulfill their vision, Victoria Daly Regional Council promotes local employment and high quality services within financial resources.
About the Katherine Region
Katherine, with a population of over 10,000, is situated 300 km southeast of Darwin in the "Top End", the third largest community in the Northern Territory. The Region offers an abundance of experiences, boasting many natural attractions while providing a diverse outdoor and outback lifestyle for its residents.
Katherine is a naturally stunning part of the Top End, attracting tourists from around the world. Nitmiluk National Park near the town features many activities such as camping, swimming, fishing (lures only), sightseeing, canoeing, boat cruises and bush walk trails.
In addition to its unique natural beauty, Katherine is home to several churches, schools, sporting clubs, parks, a well kept golf course, a showground and a RAAF Base.
About the Opportunity
Victoria Daly Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Finance Manager to join their team based in Katherine, NT.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer you will have the primary day-to-day responsibility of planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial-related activities of the Council.
More specifically, you will:
- Provide high-level management advice and guidance to the Executive, senior management and staff on financial and budget matters;
- Supervise accounting functions including the maintenance of general ledgers, bank reconciliations, account reconciliations, BAS Statements, PAYG remittances, asset registers and depreciation schedules;
- Manage the preparation for audits, cash flow forecasting, budgets and reporting;
- Produce and analyse financial reports on a monthly basis;
- Provide consultative direction on Tender and Procurement processes in line with relevant Legislation;
- Manage the Budgeting and Annual Financial Statement activities;
- Management and implementation of the Council Investment Policy; and
- Ensure the policies and procedures of the Council are adhered to and all resources actively deployed.
The ideal candidate will have highly developed analytical and conceptual skills and have extensive knowledge and understanding of public sector accounting and financial practices. Extensive experience in preparing and producing financial management or other reports including asset management and control procedures, accounts receivable and payable functions are critical.
You will also have senior experience and a record of achievement in budget management and the financial accounting function in major public sector or commercial corporations.
An appropriate tertiary qualification CPA or equivalent is essential.
Please note: You will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to commencing employment and must hold a current driver's licence.
About the Benefits
By taking on this pivotal role, you will be joining an organisation that truly values its employees, and actively encourages training and further study.
You will be rewarded with a competitive salary package circa $120,000 + remote area allowance and relocation of up to $5,000.
Victoria Daly Regional Council offers a family friendly workplace, with fantastic working conditions and benefits, plus you will enjoy fantastic job security within the Council sector.
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Please note applications will close at 5:00pm AEST, Thursday 27th April
You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident to be considered for this position.
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