Accountant

What's on Offer?

Location: This position is based Barcaldine with Regional Work and Travel as required.

Classification Level: Minimum Level 7.1 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award - State 2017.

Wage: Minimum base salary $98,917.00 per annum + 12% Superannuation Contribution.

Payment of Wages: Council employees are paid fortnightly.

Hours of work: 72.5 Hours over a 9-day working fortnight. 

Leave Entitlements: Five (5) weeks annual leave per annum + 17.5% loading. Fifteen (15) days Personal Leave (sick leave) per annum

Equal Opportunity: Barcaldine Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and all suitably qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

About the Position:

Barcaldine Regional Council is seeking a motivated individual to support our Finance team. Be an integral part of a small team and support Council's Finance projects and strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the management accounting function by providing proactive support to the business, developing monthly reports, liaising with budget managers, and forecasting financial performance.
• Coordinate cash management activities, including monitoring cash flow, investments, and bank reconciliations.
• Facilitate grant and external funding management, including expenditure monitoring, receipt of funds, and compliance with audits and returns.
• Manage month-end procedures including reconciliations, accruals, and rollover processes.
• Prepare and submit statutory compliance returns such as BAS, FBT, TPAR, and State Government reports.
• Coordinate information gathering for audits and respond to queries from internal and external auditors.
• Contribute to the development of the annual budget and budget reviews in partnership with the Manager Finance.
• Prepare and present monthly financial performance reports, budget reviews, and other financial reporting for the Council.
• Maintain effective relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure clear communication and collaboration.

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Essential Criteria:

Education:

• Formal tertiary qualification in Commerce, Business, Accounting, or a related field, and/or significant experience in accounting roles within a mid-to-large sized organisation.

Licencing:

• Current Queensland class 'C' Driver Licence or ability to obtain.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Proven experience in financial management and the preparation of financial reports.
• Demonstrated success in contributing to a finance team, balancing competing priorities, and achieving outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time, prioritise tasks, and problem-solve in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial data in a clear and non-technical manner.
• Previous experience in local government or related public sector roles is desirable but not mandatory.

Closing date: Sunday, 26 April 2026 at 11:59pm

For more Information, please contact Human Resources at hrm@barc.qld.gov.au