Financial Services Coordinator

Add expected salary to your profile for insightsFull time or part time (0.8), negotiableParental leave replacementFixed term, September 2025 to September 2026Band 7, $96,433 pa + SuperClosing date : 12pm on Monday 14 July 2025Mount 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 roleThis role coordinates a small team to deliver key organisational services for operational and strategic financial and management accounts services to both internal and external customers through : Provision of leadership, support and mentoring of the Financial Services teamCoordinating and preparing statutory returns within required deadlinesCoordinating or assisting with preparation of the Long-Term Financial Plan, Annual Budget and Annual Financial ReportSupporting the accurate and timely maintenance of Councils asset registers, and assist with the development of the Capital Works BudgetCoordinating Councils loan and investment portfolioEnsuring the delivery of the Accounts Payable and Corporate Card functionsTo be successful in this role you will have : Qualifications in Accounting / BusinessExperience in a financial management position, with supervision / leadership responsibilitiesLocal Government Finance experience is preferredCommitment to excellent customer serviceProficiency in accounting software and Microsoft programs, particularly ExcelAnnual salary increasesHybrid working options– work from home and the officeFlexible working arrangements, including options for part time work and rostered days offAccess to Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and familiesGenerous leave provisions, including purchased leave options and paid parental leaveCross-skilling and professional development opportunitiesIf you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Keith Caldwell, Manager Finance, on (03) 5471 1710 .Please ensure your application includes : A cover letter, telling us why you are the best person for the positionA copy of your current resumeResponses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the position descriptionAdditional informationMount 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.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchMount Alexander Shire Council was created by Order of the Governor in Council on Thursday, 19 January, 1995.Seven elected Councillors provide local governance to a thriving community of more than 18,000 residents, inhabiting an area of 1,529 square kilometres.Find about more about the elected Council, our organisation, and the way we operate including policies, plans and strategies, our local laws, news and publications, rates, awards and employment.Source : This is an extract from the company's own website.Mount Alexander Shire Council was created by Order of the Governor in Council on Thursday, 19 January, 1995.Seven elected Councillors provide local governance to a thriving community of more than 18,000 residents, inhabiting an area of 1,529 square kilometres.Find about more about the elected Council, our organisation, and the way we operate including policies, plans and strategies, our local laws, news and publications, rates, awards and employment.Source : This is an extract from the company's own website.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers?

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