Sutherland Shire Council

Assistant Accountant

Join Our Financial Services Team!

• Engage in various accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals, gaining valuable insights and skills in financial planning and analysis.

About Us

Sutherland Shire Council is dedicated to serving the community through effective financial management and service delivery. With a strong commitment to integrity, transparency, and community engagement, we strive to create a positive impact in the lives of our residents.

As a valued member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that promotes innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity, ensuring that our services meet the diverse needs of the community we serve.

We are an Approved Training Employer (ATE) with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). This means that Council offers CA training programs that have been approved by CAANZ, are able to offer better support to CA program candidates and our mentors are able to sign off on competencies for CA students. Council is also a Recognised Employer Partner (REP) with CPA Australia. The REP program is a prestigious partnership for organisations dedicated to fostering employee growth. As a recognised partner, Council gains exclusive access to professional development resources, networking opportunities and ensures our team stays ahead with the latest industry knowledge and skills.  

About The Role

The Assistant Accountant will play a vital role in supporting the Financial Planning and Reporting Group by executing a range of accounting responsibilities. This role will involve assisting with daily financial operations, producing performance reports, and collaborating with various stakeholders to analyse and manage financial data. It will also be involved in Council's Annual Budgeting Processes and Financial Statement preparation in adherence to Australian Accounting standards and the NSW Office of Local Government’s Code of Accounting Practice and Financial Reporting.

This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop your skills, and contribute to meaningful projects within local government.

Who We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will possess a tertiary qualification in accounting or a related discipline and demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills. You should have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, showcasing excellent organisational skills.

• Well-developed analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving abilities.
• A keen attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Experience in customer service with effective communication skills.
• Eligible for or currently enrolled in the CA Program or CPA Program (desirable).

We value candidates who are eager to learn, demonstrate customer-centric behaviours, and are committed to continuous improvement in serving our community.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 30th March 2025
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
• Package: From $80,196 - $85,005 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Permanent Full-Time 35 hours per week with option of 19-day month with flex-time arrangement. 
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Michael Treacy mtreacy@ssc.nsw.gov.au Team Leader Financial Planning & Analysis for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady awady@ssc.nsw.gov.au Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description.