City of Ryde Council

Senior Coordinator Financial Reporting and Operations

• Hybrid work environment
• Enjoy flexible work conditions with a rostered day off every three weeks
• Ongoing professional development 

About Us

City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.

Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.

About the Role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will lead and support the financial accounting team in providing timely information and advice to stakeholders on Council’s financial operations and position.

Your role will involve managing the council’s annual finance reporting, taxation obligations and investment portfolio in line with legislation and policies.

You will also be responsible for overseeing the preparation and submission for statutory returns, reconciliation of financial and subsidiary ledgers, payment to creditors, and the levying of council rates in accordance with the operational plan.

About You

We are seeking a dynamic leader with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills who can inspire and motivate teams to reach business solutions. You will have substantial experience in operational and strategic financial management including demonstrated experience in preparation of annual financial reports.

In addition, you will have:

• An appropriate degree qualification in a financial, accounting or related discipline.
• Experience with financial accounting systems.
• Experience in the financial application of taxation law.
• Experience and understanding of asset management planning.
• Ability to oversee financial related projects.
• Background in developing and implementing business systems and processes.
• Strong teamwork and networking skills with an ability to work well in a political environment.

Your commencing annual salary will range from $135,766.98 to $176,497.07 + Superannuation + Leaseback Vehicle dependent on your experience and qualifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Leaseback vehicle available with this position
• Free shuttle bus between the North Ryde Office and North Ryde Metro Station
• Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
• Hybrid work from home and office arrangements available for eligible positions
• Flexibility regarding start and finish times to suit your lifestyle
• Long service leave after 5 years, then accrued monthly 
• 18 weeks paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• 3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday 
• Annual performance reviews and Award increases
• Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
• Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, etc.)

How to apply

Please ensure you give full answers to the online application questions, showcasing your abilities and experience. Your answers, in conjunction with your resume, will determine if you are invited to an interview. 

Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process.  Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria. 

Closing Date: Sunday, January 19 January 2025 at 11:30pm

If you would like to know more, please see the position description or contact Steven Harris on 0432814762 for a confidential discussion.

City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety