Singleton Council

Finance Officer

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED. 
 
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community. 

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

The Finance Officer plays a vital role in supporting the financial operations of Council by ensuring accurate reconciliations, effective financial management, and timely service delivery.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Perform daily banking reconciliations and process direct bank transfers and point-of-sale receipts.
• Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and grants acquittal reporting.
• Maintain and reconcile subsidiary and general ledger accounts, including setting up new accounts and processing general journals.
• Undertake financial modeling and projects to provide data for management reporting.
• Assist in audit preparation and compile required documentation.
• Provide support and relief for accounts payable and payroll functions.
• Respond to customer inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with Council's Information Management (Recordkeeping) Policy.

This role is integral to maintaining the efficiency and accuracy of Singleton Council’s financial services, contributing to our commitment to excellence in governance and service delivery.

Essential to this role is tertiary qualifications in Business/Accounting/Bookkeeping or Finance, or demonstrated relevant experience, complemented by excellent customer service skills and experience in the use of Microsoft Office suite, particularly Microsoft Excel. 

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 35 hours per week.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 8 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $68,133 - $76,641 per annum plus superannuation.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:   

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks 

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Work from home
• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight
• 4-day week

Your leave benefits include:     

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:   

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:   

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE? 

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council?  Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description.

INTERESTED?

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Christina Mason, Coordinator Finance Operations on 02 6578 7585. 

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 19 JANUARY 2025.