Management and Treasury Accountant (1871) – Temporary Full Time, up to April 2026 (maternity relief)
About Us
The Livingstone Shire sits nestled along the beautiful Capricorn Coast and covers approximately 11,776 square kilometres, with a population of almost 41,000 residents. Livingstone Shire Council was created in 2013 and employs approximately 350 people.
Livingstone and the Capricorn Coast is a relaxed coastal environment in which connecting with family, friends and the community is a high priority. The area has an abundance of natural features including countless beaches with sheltered swimming, picturesque national parks, pristine rainforests and idyllic offshore islands, making it an ideal place to live. Our beaches, bushes and tropical rainforests are second to none and have been specifically preserved, designed and transformed to show the unique, untouched charm of Livingstone.
Livingstone Shire Council promotes a positive culture in the workplace with all staff demonstrating high standards of Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential and Positivity. These values and behaviours set the standard for Council and are embodied throughout the organisation.
The Role
Council presents a 12 month fixed term opportunity for an experienced Management and Treasury Accountant to join a collaborative team that values accountability, teamwork, community, potential and positivity.
This position reports to the Coordinator Accounting Services and will provide efficient and effective management, treasury and financial accounting services in a professional manner to the Finance and Governance business unit. Responsibilities include working collaboratively across the organisation to ensure financial accounting compliance, whilst also increasing the understanding of costs & budget variances to aid improved decision making throughout Council.
The successful candidate will hold tertiary qualifications with previous experience in management and financial accounting functions and have demonstrable communication and interpersonal skills.
Please refer to the full position description for a greater understanding of the positions’ responsibilities and requirements.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- An undergraduate degree or higher with a major in accounting/finance/commerce or another closely related discipline with previous experience in management and financial accounting functions;
- Eligibility for membership of CPA Australia, Institute of Chartered Accountants, or other professional accounting body; and
- Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle driver’s licence.
Benefits:
- QLGIA (Stream A) Level 5 - $94,341 p/a
- Work/life balance with a fortnightly RDO;
- Salary packing options;
- 12% employer superannuation; and
- Supportive team environment.
To apply for this position please address the selection criteria on the recruitment portal and supply a copy of your resume and any relevant qualifications/tickets or licences.
Applications close Monday, 3 March 2025 at midnight (AEST).
Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.