Chief Operations Officer
Job No:
75037
Location:
Katherine, NT
- Work in Katherine and experience spectacular parts of the Australian outback that most people will never see!
- Enjoy fantastic job security within the Council sector!
- Receive competitive remuneration plus 11% superannuation and remote area allowance!
- Relocation assistance available plus a fully maintained vehicle!
About the Organisation
The Victoria Daly Regional Council was formed as part of the Local Government reforms in the Northern Territory. Council Service Centres are located in Kalkaringi, Yarralin, Timber Creek, Pine Creek and Nauiyu.
The Council has a vision to provide good governance, leadership and advocacy. To ensure the local communities are empowered towards developing a strong regional economy, the Council have adopted the values of respect, integrity, honesty, openness and equality. To fulfill their vision, Victoria Daly Regional Council promotes local employment and high quality services within financial resources.
About the Region
The Northern Territory is one of the most picturesque environments on the planet, spanning more than 1.4 million square kilometres from the centre to the northerly coast of Australia. Ancient woodlands meet sandy beaches and escarpments tower above lush billabongs in this land of diversity.
There's something for everybody in this part of the Territory. Whether it's climbing the escarpments, viewing rock art, catching fish, trekking through chasms, 4WD'ing experiences abound and there's the opportunity for a photograph in every corner.
About the Opportunity
Victoria Daly Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Chief Operations Officer to join their team based in Katherine, NT.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, in this pivotal role you will be responsible for the delivery of operational and corporate services for Victoria Daly Regional Council. Additionally, this position has responsibility for the strategic oversight of corporate services provided in the five Victoria Daly Regional Council communities.
Your primary responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:
- Providing high level management advice and guidance to the Executive, senior management, Council and staff on financial and budget matters;
- Managing and developing the Finance and Contracts Management areas to achieve positive outcomes and high work performance;
- Nurturing and assisting with the continual development of strong internal and external relationships between all work areas and all council staff through communication, coordination, coaching and facilitation;
- Developing and maintaining effective partnerships and linkages with managers, staff, agencies, service providers and other stakeholders, to assist in achieving the Victoria Daly’s strategic objectives;
- Managing the overall provision of risk management, compliance functions and annual reports and preparing reports and statistical data on risk management and compliance issues for the Executive Team, Councillors, community and relevant government departments;
- Managing and overseeing the accounting functions including the maintenance of general ledgers, bank reconciliations, account reconciliations, BAS Statements, PAYG remittances, asset registers and depreciation schedules; and
- Managing the preparation for audits, cash flow forecasting, budgets and reporting.
To qualify, you will have extensive experience in accounting and proven ability in contract administration and procurement. Tertiary qualifications in accounting, commerce or a related discipline, as well as a CPA or equivalent qualification will be preferred, but is not necessary to your success in this role.
You will have an extensive knowledge and understanding of public sector accounting and financial practices, frameworks, principles, concepts and methodologies, and will have experience and a record of achievement in budget management and the financial accounting function in major public sector or commercial corporations.
With excellent relationship management, negotiation, consultation, networking and partnering skills, you'll have the ability to be able to manage staff and the proven skills in the leadership of multi-disciplinary teams, managing change and fostering a positive and high performing workplace.
A current criminal history check, working with children check (OCHRE Card) and a current drivers licence are all essential for this position.
About the Benefits
Victoria Daly Regional Council truly values its employees and actively encourages training and further study.
Upon joining Victoria Daly Regional Council, you will be welcomed into a supportive and close-knit environment. With plenty of variety and challenge, this role also offers you the opportunity to work with a group of dedicated professionals specializing in regional and civil services, community housing and customer service.
In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a competitive base salary, plus 11% superannuation and a remote area allowance.
In addition, Victoria Daly Regional Council also offers a family friendly workplace, with fantastic working conditions and benefits, including:
- Relocation assistance up to $5,000 to help you move;
- A fully maintained company vehicle;
- Fantastic job security within the Council sector;
- 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading;
- 10 days personal leave;
- Up to 4 weeks study leave with reimbursement of course fees (negotiable).
Don't miss this opportunity to take on an extremely satisfying and rewarding role and enjoy the ability to finish each working day knowing that you have made a difference to your community.
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Please call Trudy Braun or Stuart Duncan on (08) 8972 0777 if there are any questions.
Please note: Applications close at 5:00pm 15th February, 2016
You must have the legal right to live and work in Australia without requiring sponsorship.
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