• Full time permanent role
• Circa $170k including super
• Senior Executive Officer position
• Hybrid / Based at Manningham Council, Doncaster

 About Manningham

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and home care, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to help shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community and organisation. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.

Work flexibility

Manningham Council values our employees and offers flexible work arrangements including the ability to work from alternative locations and has the IT infrastructure to support remote working.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists within the Financial Services unit for an experienced Financial Accounting Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the daily activities of the Financial Accounting function which includes Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Utilities administration.

You will play an integral part in leading, motivating and developing our specialist team while building and maintaining positive relationships across our organisation.

As the successful candidate you will be CPA/CA qualified and tertiary qualified in Accounting or similar area with extensive leadership experience in developing high performing finance teams in a large complex environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensure that Council's financial obligations and services comply with statutory requirements and relevant Accounting Standards
• Develop and maintain appropriate and effective policies, processes, procedures, systems and internal controls consistent with the principles of sound financial management, and to mitigate risks and ensure the integrity of Council's financial information
• Lead the preparation of statutory financial statements and monthly reconciliations in accordance with quality and timeliness requirements and manage the engagement with the external audit function
• Maintain effective policies, procedures and systems to ensure the compliance and integrity of Council's fixed assets accounting and assets register, including revaluations
• Oversee the cash/investments portfolio and loan borrowing requirements including up to date knowledge of financial institutions and markets
• Prepare reports for Management, Councillors, the Audit and Risk Committee and other audiences and make presentations as appropriate
• Actively participate in internal and external audits and implement audit actions
• Review and continuously improve systems and processes to achieve best practice customer service.

Skills and Experience

• Substantial and diverse experience in a Senior Accounting role
• CPA/CA qualified and tertiary qualified in Accounting or similar
• Extensive experience leading and developing high performing Accounting teams in a large complex environment to achieve strategic outcomes
• High level analytical skills, including the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex problems and present recommendations to executive management.

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How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your up-to-date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role. For a confidential discussion please contact Jon Gorst, Chief Financial Officer on 03 9840 9212.

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email jobs@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us

Applications close on Sunday 26 November 2023 at 11.00pm

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation, and cultural backgrounds.