The Hills Shire Council

Financial Analyst – Rates and Payroll

Do you have a passion for providing analytical, monitoring and reporting support? Council is seeking a suitably qualified Financial professional to join the Rates team in the role of Financial Analyst – Rates and Payroll. The successful candidate will support the Rates & Payroll team in achieving their reporting requirements for stakeholder, whilst working collaboratively and supporting the Principal Coordinator – Rates & Payroll.

Working with us:

At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.

The role of our Financial Analyst - Rates and Payroll include:

• Monitor & report on all financial aspects of Rates & Payroll, including Superannuation
• Extract, model and analyse complex data, e.g., movements in Valuer General land valuations, IPART formulas, peer council comparisons
• Prepare financial statements notes for Rates and Payroll
• Review calculations for complex payroll transactions in relation to back pays, superannuation, termination payments
• Develop & implement rates and payroll procedures to ensure efficient & effective operations
• Creation and maintenance of alerts and reports for Payroll & Rates for effective controls
• Test & implement new processes as regulatory requirements change
• Prepare Annual Wages Declaration & Estimate
• Prepare & submit Pensioner Rebate

What we are seeking in our new team member:

1. Degree in Business/ Accounting or CPA/CA
2. Drivers Licence – C Class NSW
3. Local Government experience (desirable)
4. Proficient in knowledge of Accounting Standards, Code of accounting Practice, Financial Regulations and relevant legislations on Rates and Payroll

Benefits of working with us:

Competitive rates starting from $114K per annum plus Superannuation paid weekly, opportunity to earn a Performance Bonus (Up to 2% annual salary) + Organisational Bonus (up to $2K). You will also have access to Learning & Development opportunities, Active Social Club, Additional Leave, Modern Offices, Aquatic and Fitness membership discounts, onsite undercover parking and an onsite Café.

Next Steps:

Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page, Careers at Council  and submit your application online by 5pm on 17 January 2025.  As applications will be assessed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged, and you may be contacted prior to the closing date.

You can also request adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au.                               

People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.