ABOUT US
Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and outstanding coastal environment.
Ballina Shire 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 seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Accountant to join our finance team and support the delivery of high-quality financial services for our community. In this role, you will be mentored by professionals and gain hands-on experience across a wide range of accounting functions including financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and compliance with legislative and policy requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent (or near) graduate to apply their studies in a supportive and professional environment, while building practical skills and contributing to the effective management of public resources.
To be successful you will bring
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Recent or substantial completion of tertiary qualifications in Accountancy or a related field.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accountancy principles and application, including reconciliations.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills, both oral and written.
- Demonstrated computer literacy with experience in the use of Microsoft Office suite of software, including Excel.
- Proven ability to work independently as well as in a team that has a focus on delivering quality customer service within set timeframes.
- Demonstrated high level attention to detail and accuracy.
The rewards
- An annual salary range of $70,800 to $81,200 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
- Support and mentoring by highly experienced and professional staff.
- Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- A supportive, values-driven workplace culture
- Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
- Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.
To view the Position Description and Information Package, please view the information package.
Applications close
11.30pm on Sunday 12 October 2025
Specific enquiries
Linda Coulter | Manager Financial Services |
Howtoapply
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