The Hills Shire Council

Manager – Financial Operations

• Newly created opportunity
• Supportive team culture
• Health and Wellbeing days

Are you passionate about all things Finance? Do you have experience leading a team? We want to hear from you! The Hills Shire Council is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Manager – Financial Operations. The role is responsible for the effective leadership and management of the financial operations teams, including rating, revenue, expenditure and procurement, as well as the provision of comprehensive financial accounting services. The suitable candidate for this role will also provide financial advice and information, and ensuring appropriate policies, guidelines & procedures are maintained.

What this role looks like:
• Lead and manage the Financial Operations teams, with overall responsibility for the rating, revenue, expenditure, and payroll functions.
• Lead and manage Council’s procurement activities to ensure compliance with Local Government Act, Local Government General Regulations and other legislation.
• Accountable to review, develop, and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls to comply with accounting standards and legislation.
• Responsible to develop and execute procurement strategies to optimise purchasing processes and implement best practices and innovative approaches to enhance procurement efficiency.
• Maintain team engagement and facilitate a culture that reflects the corporate values.
• Proactively promote safety, compliance, reporting and abide by all WHS procedures, practices and policies

What are we seeking in our new team member:
Essential
• Drivers Licence (Class C) - NSW
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Accounting or related field
• Member of Australian Society of Certified Practising Accountants or The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Australia
Desirable
• Post-Graduate Degree in Business/Accounting or a related field
• Nationally Recognised Training Qualification in a Management and/or leadership related field.

Benefits of working with us:
Competitive rates of pay at $219K per annum, pro-rata, (including superannuation and allowances), paid weekly, opportunity for bonus payments, discounted membership to Waves Fitness & Aquatics Centre, Fitness Passport, free on-site undercover parking, onsite café, modern office and an active Social Club.

Next steps:
Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page and submit application online on www.thehills.nsw.gov.au. Applications close 5pm, 15 April 2025, early submission is encouraged as viewed upon receipt.

Please contact Council’s HR Team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au if you require any assistance with submitting your application or require further information about the role or the organisation.

Employment will be subject to clearance on the following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Drug and Alcohol Screening and Medical Check, and may also include a Criminal History and Working with Children Check. The Hills Shire Council is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity. 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.

We're seeking individuals who embrace our values and can work collaboratively to deliver quality customer services & infrastructure to The Hills Shire community.