Job Description
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About Us
Katherine Town Council serves the Katherine Community relating to rates, roads, infrastructure, animal control, waste management and other core essential services. We are a Municipal Council for Katherine, NT.
At the heart of the Big Rivers region is Katherine, the fourth largest township in the Northern Territory. Outside of Darwin and Palmerston Local Government Areas, Katherine is the next major regional centre closest to the Port of Darwin; the only major multimodal port located in Northern Australia and Australia's gateway to the Asia Pacific.
Katherine is located at a critical crossroads point for Northern Australia and the top end, connecting Perth to Darwin from the west and Adelaide to Darwin through the north/south highway and rail corridor. Katherine services the wider region with access to education and medical services.
Around 8,000 people live in the Katherine municipality. The local RAAF Airbase at the Katherine suburb of Tindal adds around 2,000 to this figure making it over 10,000 people living and working in Katherine.
We value our community and strive to create a welcoming, vibrant, family-friendly, and diverse environment where everyone feels safe and belongs.
Our Vision and Mission
VISION
Katherine Town Council's vision is for Katherine to be a place of opportunity where we live, work, learn and grow together.
MISSION
Together, we will work effectively today, to shape our exceptional future tomorrows.
Values
* Accepting of Diversity
* Sense of Community
* Respect for People, Environment and Culture
About You
* Current NT Driver's License
* Finance or other related tertiary qualification
* Previous experience in Local Government role
Position Summary
This position reports directly to the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing financial planning and administrative support to the finance team. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to handle time-sensitive tasks and provide customer service across the organisation.
Key Requirements
* Demonstrated ability to meet the positions selection criteria;
* Sound written and verbal communication skills;
* Experience in Microsoft Office products and packages;
* High Level customer service experience;
* Experience in positively engaging a team environment;
* Ability to understand various legislations, statutory obligation and Council policies in order to make informed decisions;
* Demonstrated experience and ability to deliver good outcomes;
* Extensive knowledge and skill gained through on-the-job training;
* Minimum experience of 2 years in similar or related role;
Job Responsibilities
Financial Planning and Administration
* Undertake day-to-day financial and administrative transactions with a high level of accuracy in all aspects of financial accounting, inclusive of rates, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grants, payroll, general ledger reconciliations and the preparation of financial statements, under the direction of the Finance Manager.
* Prepare and ensure accuracy of BAS/ATO & Superannuation returns, bank deposits and other software system financial transactions and records.
* Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, assist with budget preparation, financial audits and internal audit / fraud protection procedures.
* Review, implement and update financial procedures in accordance with Council financial policies, Australian Accounting Standards, Australian Taxation Department and Local Government financial obligations.
* Provide accounting software system in-house training as required, make recommendation for improvements and participate in change management.
* Act as a key contact for financial queries from internal and external customers.
* Provide administrative support and undertake ad hoc administrative duties to assist various Departments in delivering their services.
* Other responsibilities as shall be reasonably associated with or incidental to the above responsibilities or as shall, in the course of the employment, be agreed between the parties as being or forming part of the duties;
Organisational Responsibilities
* Ensure compliance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements. Comply with workplace procedures for risk identification, risk assessment and risk control. Participate in activities associated with the management of workplace health and safety. Identify and report health and safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries, property damage and mishaps at the workplace.
* Assist in the implementation of the Katherine Town Council's Local Counter Disaster Sub-Plan in the event of a disaster.
* Ensure incumbent is dedicated to servicing our community and will listen to and proactively respond to their needs.
* Foster sustainable, honest relationships with the community and stakeholders.
* Perform and deliver results that align with organisations strategic direction and serve our community.
* Work in accordance with Council's Vision and Mission statement.
* Provide excellent customer service through incoming telephone calls, email and front counter enquiries;
Level of Responsibility
Authority & Accountability
* Work performed is within general guidelines. May supervise work or provide on-the-job training, based on their skills and/or experience, to employees of the same or lower levels. Responsible for leading employees in operational duties or the application of trades, administrative or technical skills;
Judgment & Problem-Solving
* Personal judgment is required to follow predetermined procedures where a choice between more than 2 options is present. Work performed falls within general guidelines but with scope to exercise discretion in the application of established practices and procedures;
Specialist Knowledge & Skills
* Requires demonstrated competence in a number of key skill areas related to major elements of the job. Proficiency in the application of standardised procedures and practices. May also include the operation of tools, plant, machinery and/or equipment, in accordance with the requirements of the position. Performance of trades and non-trade tasks incidental to the work;
Management Skills
* Provide employees with on-the-job training, guidance and basic knowledge of workplace policies and procedures. Employees may lead small groups of employees at the 'work face';
Interpersonal Skills
* Employees at this level require effective communication skills to enable them to communicate with clients, other employees and members of the public and in the resolution of routine and usual matters;
Qualifications & Experience
* Qualifications or relevant experience in accordance with the requirements of work in this level which may be acquired through: (a) a trade certificate or equivalent; (b) completion of accredited/industry-based training courses equivalent to a Certificate IV (non-trade);and/or (c) knowledge and skills gained through on-the-job training;
Job Functions
Financial planning;
Job Benefits
* 6 weeks annual leave per annum;
* 3 weeks personal carers leave per annum;
* Free access to Katherine town pool;
* 50% discount on Gym membership;
Selling Point
Opportunity to make a positive impact and represent Katherine Town Council;