System Accountant

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Rockdale, New South Wales (NSW) Bayside Council

Employer:  Bayside Council
Job Type:  Full Time
City:  Rockdale
11/11/2019 00:00



System Accountant



At Bayside Council we are creating a workplace that meets Council's business needs and the needs of our employees and customers. We have competitive salaries and conditions, a learning and continuous improvement focus, an array of 'family friendly' leave arrangements, close proximity to public transport and a supportive flexible workplace.


Purpose of the Role

The City Performance directorate underpins the delivery of service excellence by providing expertise in financial services, procurement, governance and business technology.


We are currently looking for applicants who can provide accurate, timely, compliant and transparent financial information, analysis and advice to support informed business decision making by the Executive, Leadership Team and other stakeholders.


Reporting to the Manager Finance, the role is responsible for the effective operations of all financial accounting systems to meet Council business needs, financial objectives and statutory reporting requirements.


Key Responsibilities

The role will be required to:

  • Maintain Council’s financial accounting systems to ensure effective operation and functionality, and accuracy and integrity of data and reporting structure
  • Liaise with stakeholders to build and incorporate financial systems improvements, functionality, reporting and controls
  • Prepare and maintain financial report models to assist stakeholders with planning and decision making


To be successful in the role, you will hold the relevant tertiary qualification together with a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role. You will need to be highly organised, self-managed and solution focused with a strong commitment to customer service.


If you are confident and experienced in identifying and resolving issues in a timely and customer focused manner, then we would like to hear from you.


What Can We Offer You?

As an employer, Bayside Council offers a flexible and family-friendly working environment supported by a generous and tangible reward and recognition program with ongoing training and development opportunities.


Apply Now

Before applying for this position, please take the time to read the job description.


Your application should include an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages) and a covering letter (max 2 pages), outlining how your skills and experience meet the essential criteria, focus competencies, key accountabilities and challenges of the role and how you espouse Bayside Council values.


Applications may be submitted by email to recruitment@bayside.nsw.gov.au or by mail to Bayside Council, PO Box 21, Rockdale 2216.


Hours: 35 hours per week


Deadline: Friday 22 November 2019


Enquiries: Please email Rodney Sanjivi

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