Noosa Council | Tewantin | Permanent Full Time
LGOA Level 7.1 - $115,087 base / $130,632 total package
Ready to step into a senior financial accounting leadership role in one of Australia's most desirable coastal regions?
Noosa Council is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Financial Accounting Coordinator to lead our Financial Accounting Team within the Financial Services Branch.
This is a pivotal role for a highly skilled finance professional who wants to combine technical depth in financial accounting, statutory reporting and treasury with people leadership, process improvement and meaningful public sector impact.
The Opportunity
In this role, you'll coordinate and deliver accurate, compliant and comprehensive financial accounting services across Council.
You'll be responsible for:
Leading a small, high-performing team across financial accounting, accounts payable, asset accounting, taxation and treasury
Overseeing statutory compliance and reporting, including annual financial statements, Community Financial Report and audit requirements
Managing general ledger structure, reconciliations, chart of accounts and financial reporting hierarchy
Ensuring compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, Local Government Act **** and Regulations
Providing high-level advice on internal controls, financial governance, cash flow, investments and debt
Ensuring Council meets GST, FBT and Fuel Tax obligations and other taxation requirements
Supporting Council's asset management roadmap and asset accounting processes
Driving system and process improvements, responding to audit recommendations and changes in legislation or accounting standards
About You
You're a confident and collaborative finance leader with deep technical skills and a passion for good financial governance.
You bring:
Significant experience leading a financial accounting function, including statutory reporting, external audit, taxation compliance and general ledger management
Extensive knowledge of accounting standards, financial accounting concepts, audit and statutory reporting requirements, and asset capitalisation processes
Proven capability in building and developing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of recognition, excellence and continuous improvement
Strong understanding of cash flow management, treasury, investment and debt practices (local government/public sector experience highly regarded)
High-level proficiency with ERP systems and the ability to work with integrated ledgers and large finance datasets
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills; you can present complex financial information clearly, influence decision-makers and partner with leaders across the organisation
Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, projects and competing priorities
You'll also have:
A degree in accounting, commerce or a related discipline
A current "C" class driver's licence
CPA or CA (or equivalent) and local government experience in a similar role will be highly regarded.
Why Join Noosa Council
At Noosa Council, we are "different by nature", both in the way we care for our environment and the way we support our people.
You'll enjoy:
Attractive salary—Level 7.1: $115,087 base / $130,632 total package (full-time equivalent)
Flex time and genuine work-life balance
A supportive, collaborative finance team and experienced leaders
A values-led culture guided by our SPARC values—Supportive, Passionate, Authentic, Respectful and Committed
Wellness initiatives and Fitness Passport
Free parking, annual flu vaccination program and Employee Assistance Program
Career progression, secondments and leadership development
Training and development, study assistance and support for ongoing professional growth
About Noosa
Located at the northern end of the Sunshine Coast, Noosa Shire is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve known for its:
Stunning beaches, national parks, rivers and hinterland
Strong community identity and focus on environmental sustainability
High liveability, lifestyle and work-life balance
This is a chance to build your career in senior public sector finance while enjoying one of the best places in Australia to live and work.
How to Apply
To view the full Position Description – Financial Accounting Coordinator ******), please visit our careers page on our website.
To be considered, click Apply and submit:
Your resume
A cover letter outlining your motivation for the role and how your skills and experience align with the Position Requirements and Key Responsibilities, including practical examples
Applications close 11:59pm (AEST), Sunday 30 November ****.
For further information, please contact Zach Morton-Adair, Acting Financial Services Manager, on **************.
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