Revenue Accountant

Description:

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. To find out more about our beautiful region click here.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important asset and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do. We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre has relocated to a brand-new state of the art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means “sitting/meeting place” in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

The role & you

This position is responsible for coordinating all aspects of Council’s revenue responsibilities, ensuring that revenue generation is maximised through effective and efficient processes.

It is also responsible for ensuring that revenue is recognised in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards to facilitate the preparation of Council’s annual Financial Statements.

As a experienced leader, you'll develop a high performing team by setting clear expectations, performance standards and goals.

We need your in-depth knowledge of the professional and legislative requirements applicable to the NSW Local Government Finance environment, ensuring all revenue received or due to Council is recorded and recognised in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards.

This is a newly created position that offers so much potential for someone ready to take the next step in their career. There is no better time to join a supportive workplace that will value your skills and provide excellent working conditions.

The benefits

• Flexible working arrangements

• Ongoing professional development

• Work in a state-of-the-art office

• Live and work in the beautiful MidCoast region

The package: Commencing salary package circa $95,000 p.a. plus superannuation.

Location: This position will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way, Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Tenure: Permanent, Full Time.

How to apply:

• Before applying please review the POSITION DESCRIPTION
• When responding to the questions, please include detailed relevant examples of your skills and experience.
• We recommend you prepare your responses to each selection criteria in a separate Word document and once complete copy your separate responses into the relevant section of the application form.