Compliance & Risk (Banking & Financial Services)
Government - Local (Government & Defence)
Full time
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and all age groups to apply. The Organisation
The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important. We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values ofSafety,Teamwork,Accountability,Communication, andRespect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Finance Coordinator to join our Finance Team to coordinate efficient, effective, and compliant financial operations in accordance with policies, procedures, and legislation, while leading a professional, collaborative team to cultivate a positive financial environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
Accurately and promptly record financial transactions, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments, ensuring compliance with financial legislation and policies;Act as a role model for ethical standards, confidentiality, and professionalism while providing leadership, direction, inductions, and training to the finance team;Prioritise, coordinate, and oversee finance tasks to ensure accurate and timely accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax reporting, ledger maintenance, and end-of-month reconciliations, journals, and reporting;Perform end of month reconciliations of bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts, and prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports;Oversee monthly Council payment reports, investments, lease management, and quarterly inventory stocktakes;Assist in monitoring cash flow and financial performance, producing reports with variance analysis.Minimum Requirements
Financial Management qualification and/or equivalent industry experience, current unrestricted WA Manual "C' or Class Driver's Licence are essential for this role. You will also need to demonstrate strong leadership, proven experience in performing and coordinating day-to-day operational finance functions, excellent time management, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
Salary and Benefits
Working for SWEK means that in addition to the competitive annual remuneration package between $106,000 to $111,000 (inclusive of allowances and superannuation, dependent on skills and experience), you may also enjoy a range of benefits including:
6 weeks annual leaveOption to co-contribute superannuation a further 3%Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per yearFlexible working arrangementsShire provided corporate uniformsOpportunities for professional developmentA variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) servicesPlease note that, where applicable, benefits will be applied pro-rata to casual and part-time roles.
APPLY NOW!
If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team and to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of this page or contact Alexandra Bell, our Director Corporate Services on 0403 413 182 for a confidential discussion.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement — acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.
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