At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to manage accounts payable and receivable while delivering top-notch service.
- Company: The Hills Shire Council, committed to community values and a supportive workplace.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, social club, fitness discounts, and onsite café.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your finance career with hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Accounting or CPA studies, detail-oriented, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 89188 - 89188 $ per year.
The Hills Shire Council – Baulkham Hills NSW
Ready to grow your finance career in a role where variety, teamwork and great service matter? Join our supportive Revenue & Expenditure team as a Finance Officer and build broad, hands-on experience across accounts payable and receivable through a structured rotation. If you are proactive, enthusiastic and detail-focused, this is your opportunity to make a valued contribution while delivering high-quality service.
Working with us: At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.
The role of Finance Officer includes:
- Perform accounts payable activities – maintain records, invoice/payments, reconciling supplier statements
- Prepare daily banking, receipt and reconcile cheques and deposits
- Perform accounts receivable activities – invoice and maintain/reconcile accounts, debt collection
- Respond to/follow up on accounts payable/debtor enquiries and file/maintain documentation
- Assist in the preparation of daily bank reconciliations.
What we are seeking in our new team member:
- Degree in Accounting
- CPA qualified or currently undertaking CPA studies
- High attention to detail and accuracy and a team player
- Sound knowledge of accounting and debt recovery principles and practices
- Competent written and oral communication and strong customer service skills
Benefits of working with us:
- Competitive rates starting from $89,188 per annum plus superannuation paid weekly.
- Active Social Club
- Additional Leave
- Aquatic and Fitness membership discounts at our Waves Aquatic Centre
- Fitness Passport
- Onsite undercover parking
- An onsite Café
You can also request adjustments throughout the recruitment process to set you up for success. If you require any adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at **@thehills.nsw.gov.au. People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply.
Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
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