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Financial Accountant
Ballina Shire Council —Ballina NSW
- $116,000 - $133,700 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills

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Financial Accountant

Ballina Shire Council -
Ballina NSW

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time
$116,000 - $133,700 a year

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Accounting software
Microsoft Office
Analysis skills
Financial services
Financial management
Communication skills

Full Job Description

ABOUT US

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position

We are looking for an appropriately qualified and experienced professional to join our Financial Services team. The Financial Accountant supports the Director Corporate and Community and Manager Financial Services in the effective financial management of Council, providing leadership and oversight of the finance team to ensure the efficient delivery of accounting and financial services.

The position is responsible for maintaining effective financial operations, ensuring compliance with relevant local government legislation and regulations, and delivering accurate financial reporting, controls, and advice to support Council's strategic and operational objectives.

To be successful you will bring

Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
Tertiary qualifications at degree level in financial management or similar discipline.
Proven experience in the areas of annual financial statement preparation, cost accounting and reconciliations.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of accounting standards.
Demonstrated well developed communication skills, both oral and written.
Proven well developed analytical and problem solving skills.
Demonstrated computer literacy with experience in the use of accounting software and the Microsoft Office suite, with a high level of competency using Excel.
Demonstrated experience in staff supervision and coordination, including the ability to lead and manage performance to achieve work goals and legislative compliance.

The rewards

An annual salary range of $116,000 to $133,700 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
A leaseback vehicle for work and private use in accordance with Council's Light Motor Vehicle Policy.
Support toward relocation expenses.
An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Generous Award workplace conditions.

Applications close

11.00pm Sunday 20 September 2026

Specific enquiries

Linda Coulter | Manager Financial Services | 02 6686 1288

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