Financial Accountant

at  Cessnock City Council

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you a financial expert looking to take on a new challenge in a fast-paced environment ?
We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Financial Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will provide expert financial advice and technical assistance to the Chief Finance Officer and Finance Coordinator, focusing on statutory financial reporting, financial statement preparation, treasury management, and finance ledger maintenance. You will also ensure compliance with reporting, taxation, and treasury requirements, including the completion of Business Activity Statements, Fringe Benefits Tax returns, and Bank Reconciliations.
To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

ABOUT US

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We’re committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.
We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.
There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Please refer the Job description for details