Assets Accountant

Description:

We are not your usual, we are upbeat, resourceful and determined. Our staff and community are at the core of what we do, looking for ways to work together and support each other. Naturally welcoming, we share good-natured humour and positivity. We aim to inspire a sense of possibility and create opportunities for all by rolling up our sleeves. Our workplace is agile and flexible, keeping ahead of the times. Be a part of it, let’s get something started.

Campbelltown is a city of ambition, innovation and opportunity. It is currently experiencing unprecedented population growth and Council has a bold vision for the future, which requires adaptable and collaborative leaders with the highest levels of personal drive, passion and integrity.

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Management Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring all asset related transactions are updated in the asset management system and reconciled to the general ledger. You will be responsible for preparation of the monthly Infrastructure Property Plant & Equipment financial statements and associated notes. You will liaise with the Assets Management Team to ensure accurate financial data is maintained in the asset management system. You will coordinate regular stocktakes whilst also regularly monitoring and maintaining Council’s Portable and Attractive Items Register. A main responsibility is to develop and report on the key performance indicators from Council’s assets database. You will join a collaborative, motivational and hardworking team who strives for success.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and attributes:

• Tertiary qualifications in accounting and extensive job related experience.
• Knowledge and experience in applying accounting procedures and legislation, particularly in the Local Government Code of Accounting Practice and Australian Accounting Standards.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in maintaining a computerised Asset Management system.
• Experience in the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards including asset revaluation accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret data.
• Knowledge of issues affecting local government and participation in established industry networks.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral and the ability to work as an effective and cooperative team member.
• Commitment to role modelling our values of: Trust, Respect, Integrity, Optimism and Teamwork.