Full time, ongoing
Band 4, $65,512 pa + Super
Closing date: 12pm on Monday 17 March 2025
Mount Alexander Shire is known for its local food and wine, for a vibrant arts community and breathtaking natural surrounds.
Perfectly located in Central Victoria, around 30 minutes from Bendigo by car or rail, and with Melbourne only 90 minutes away, you’ll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with great services, schools and homes in townships like Castlemaine and Maldon.
The role
As part of the Finance unit, the Finance Officer supports the delivery of services to the organisation and community.
Key responsibilities include:
- Daily download and import of bank files, manually receipting a variety of bank deposits, and reconciliation of 5 bank accounts.
- Production and distribution of sundry debtor invoices and monthly debtor statements on a timely basis.
- Prepare and post routine and ad hoc journals to the general ledger as required.
- Provide a high level of assistance to internal and external customers, providing accurate and timely information to resolve payment, billing, and general finance enquires.
Our ideal candidate
To be successful in this role you will have:
- relevant experience with an understanding of finance or accounting processes
- proficiency with computer software including financial systems
- a positive attitude
- an eye for detail and accuracy
- ability to develop positive working relationships
- flexibility to adapt to changing operating environments and the ability to learn new processes, procedures and systems quickly.
Benefits
- Annual salary increases
- Hybrid working options – work from home and the office
- Flexible working arrangements, including options for part time work and rostered days off
- Wellbeing initiatives and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous leave provisions, including purchased leave options and paid parental leave
- Cross-skilling and professional development opportunities
Visit the Why work with us page on our website for more benefits.
Contact
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Madelaine Redman, Financial Accountant, on (03) 5471 1703.
How to apply
Visit our website and review the Information for applicants, then apply via our Current Vacancies page.
Please ensure your application includes:
- A cover letter, telling us why you are the best person for the position
- A copy of your current resume
- Responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the position description
Additional information
Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.
Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.
For more information on the recruitment process, please download the Candidate information document from our website.