Finance Officer (Accounting)Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations.Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley and can offer you a rewarding career and a new lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here.We are in an exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community.We strive to lead with openness and courage and want you to be part of that journey.So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family. Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley here.What you need to know...permanent full time - 70 hours per fortnightthe package: $68, 398 to $81,565 plus superannuation per annumlocation: Graftonflexible work options for a healthy work/life balance enjoy the benefits of flex timeaccess to fitness passport About the roleWe have an opportunity to join our finance team on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Financial Accountant, this position is responsible for providing effective and efficient financial and administration services. You will ensure the integrity of the Council's general ledger through reconciliations and payments. You will assist with completing annual financial accounting compliance and BAS requirements.We are looking for someone with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, who can prioritise tasks in a high-volume work environment with strict deadlines. We are looking for someone who can work well in a supportive team environment.Do you have experience in a similar position, sound knowledge of financial requirements, policies and procedures, efficient and accurate numeracy, keyboard and computer skills including the Microsoft Suite and financial management systems? Local Government experience will be highly regarded but not necessarily required. Download the position description here.To be considered for this position you will need to:Address the essential criteriaAttach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume (5 pages maximum) that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this position. You will need to demonstrate how you meet the focus capabilities and how your skills will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities.Target questions - answer the 2 target questions - maximum 300 words each question1. Give examples of some of the common financial processes you use in your work2. Describe a situation where you showed initiative in completing your work. What was the outcome? ContactTrent Sayers, Manager Finance on (02) 6643 0878Closing dateTuesday 3 December 2024 at 11.30 pm (NSW time).Other important informationThis position is located at Council's office, however, this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future.A probation period applies to this position.