Business Lead Budgeting and Financial Reporting Job No: CWT135
Location: Hilton
About The City of West Torrens As a medium sized metropolitan Council in South Australia, the City of West Torrens (CWT) offers you a chance to make a difference to the lives of residents in the community. We are large enough that we offer learning opportunities to support you in your role, and we're small enough so that you're not just 'one of a number'. With around 250 staff across various divisions, there is always something new happening and projects to be involved in.
Fixed term, full-time - 5 year Contract Salary (Level 8 Officer): $128,522 to $137,155 per annum inclusive of annual leave loading plus superannuation Rostered day off per month Flexible work options Based in Hilton on the city fringe The City of West Torrens is recruiting a Business Lead - Budgeting and Financial Reporting to provide high level professional accounting expertise in management accounting capacities for Council.
In this role you will be responsible for the comprehensive management of the budgeting process, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, and providing high-level professional accounting expertise across the Council. You will work collaboratively with senior managers to develop strategic financial plans, manage the annual budget cycles, and ensure compliance and statutory requirements are met. This role is pivotal in influencing financial decisions and delivering effective financial management, control, and advisory support to achieve Council targets and improve forecasting capabilities.
Other key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Managing the update of Council fees and charges for all departments, in conjunction with the preparation of the annual budget. Providing specialist support to all areas in the design, development and maintenance of the budget and reporting software. Managing the budget details within Council's financial software, including project costing requirements. Managing the year end program from end to end, including coordinating the preparation of Council's statutory accounts, ensuring all statutory obligations are met. Managing the annual budget process including capital budgeting, carryovers, quarterly reviews and monthly reporting. Providing specialist support to audit reviews and facilitate management review of draft financial statements. Who you are
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team. Ideally, you will possess substantial and proven senior experience working within a comprehensive range of accounting capacities, demonstrating a thorough understanding of accounting policy, practice, and Australian Accounting Standards.
Your expertise will be complemented by a high level of proficiency in computer systems, particularly spreadsheets and corporate accounting systems, preferably at a system administrator level.
You will be an effective leader with proven experience in leading and guiding staff, possess exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills along with experience in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
Please note: A three year Commerce/Accountancy degree recognised by the ASCPA or the ICA is an essential requirement for this recruitment. In addition, while not mandatory, a CPA/CA professional qualification or equivalent is highly desired and would be advantageous.
In addition, in accordance with the requirements of this role, a "Class C" driver's licence and national police clearance (within six months of issue) will be required as part of the recruitment process.
Note: The CWT is a COVID-19 vaccinated workplace, so if successful in gaining employment with the CWT you will be required to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status indicating you have received your two primary doses (or three primary doses if immunocompromised) or alternately your SA Health approved vaccination exemption.
City of West Torrens' proposition, 'Beyond the Paycheque'
We are committed to providing a positive and inclusive workplace for all employees, ensuring all are treated fairly and respectfully. We encourage and support a workplace that values individual differences, experiences and perspectives and aim to foster these to achieve organisation and individual benefit.
We are committed to achieving and maintaining White Ribbon Accreditation.
We promote diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time.
Our teams are reflective of the communities in which we operate, and we value the unique contribution each member makes. The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of our residents and contributes to their economic and social wellbeing.
We value staff well-being and professional development and offer a range of benefits and support that help balance work and life. In addition to salary, you are supported with:
Excellent work-life balance with a 40-hour working week and monthly rostered day off (for full-time employees). Freedom to direct contributions to any compliant superannuation fund. A holistic health and well-being program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars and more. Free access up to 3 counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program. Paid parental leave. Study assistance. Learning and development opportunities. On-site car parking. So are you interested?
If you can picture yourself working for the City of West Torrens and providing a valuable service for Council, click on the position description to find out more about this opportunity.
Enquiries to: Lisa Gilmartin, Manager Financial Services on 8416 6317.
How do you apply?
Respond to the questions below then submit a cover letter, resume, a copy of your qualification(s), vaccination record, driver's licence, along with your national police clearance (if available).
Closing Date: Thursday 14 November 2024 at 9:00am
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