Quilpie Shire Council Hiring for Manager Finance and Administration Job at Quilpie Full Time

POSITION VACANT

Manager Finance and Administration

Three (3) Year Contract

We Value: Respect | Communication | Fun & Humour | Pride | Trust | Teamwork

Attractive remuneration package including Subsidised Housing

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this executive role is responsible for leading the effective

operation of Council’s administrative, finance and procurement functions, ensuring appropriate corporate

governance is developed and maintained to meet legislative requirements and community expectations. The

successful applicant must demonstrate a strong understanding of Local Government accounting practices and

procedures, and have the necessary skills and experience to recommend changes which would facilitate better

services to customers, improve efficiency, reduce costs and contribute positively to Council’s Corporate Plan.

In addition to leading Council’s financial functions, this leadership role is also responsible for the effective

delivery of the administrative functions of customer service, records management and information technology.

The successful applicant will have previous leadership experience in operational and strategic financial

management and proven knowledge of and experience in the application of local government financial

management and administration. As a member of the Executive Leadership team, the incumbent will be

responsible for fostering a positive workplace culture, promoting workforce development and maximising

performance through effective individual and team management.

The successful applicant will be expected to exhibit and promote Council’s corporate values, and this will be

considered as part of the selection process.

Mandatory Requirements
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Tertiary accounting qualifications recognised by the Australian Society of Certified Practising

Accountants;
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Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in an accounting role;
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Demonstrated management and personnel skills capable of supervising and managing human and

financial resources;
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Demonstrated high level of interpersonal communication skills; and
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Current Queensland ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence.

Desirable Requirements
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An excellent knowledge of Local Government, accounting principles and human resource management;

and
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A comprehensive understanding of Australian Accounting Standards and Accounting Concepts and their

application in Local Government.

Closing Date

4:00pm on Wednesday 25 August 2021

How to apply

Applicants must refer to Council’s website www.quilpie.qld.gov.au for details on how to apply and to view the

Position Description. Applications should include an Applicant Cover Sheet, Cover Letter and Resume.

03/08/2021

Council is an equal opportunity employer

Justin Hancock (07) 4656 0500

Chief Executive Officer www.quilpie.qld.gov.au