The West Daly Regional Council covers 14,000 square kilometres and is located about 300 to 420 kilometres south-west of Darwin. The area is mainly rural, with three Indigenous communities at Peppimenarti, Nganmarriyanga and Wadeye which are managed by West Daly Regional Council (Council).
Council's vision is to work together to make a difference in the community by creating places that are respectful, peaceful and safe. The mission of Council is to walk alongside culture, country and people to build a stronger community and does it by working together, creating real opportunities and providing services and facilities that everyone can use.
Position Summary:
The Finance and Administration Assistant will support financial transactions, maintain accurate records, safeguarding processes, and coordinate administrative tasks for the Corporate Services team working within the Finance team
The key duties of this role include but are not limited to:
Finance Support Responsibilities
* Assist with processing payment requests, fund transfers, and performing bank reconciliations.
* Handle invoice processing for both accounts payable and receivable.
* Organise and maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
* Input financial data into accounting systems with attention to detail.
* Process staff reimbursements in a timely manner.
* Provide support in audit preparation and compliance activities.
* Perform other finance-related tasks as assigned on an ad hoc basis.
Other Corporate Services Support
* Maintain and update Excel registers, such as contracts and leases.
* Support and coordinate insurance-related processes and documentation.
* Undertake additional corporate service tasks as required on an ad hoc basis.
About You
To be successful in the role, you must have:
* Diploma in Accounting or a related discipline with considerable relevant experience.
* Demonstrated previous experience in a similar position
* Current Working with Children Clearance
* NT Category "C" Drivers Licence
* Current Police Check
* Ability to travel to Regional Communities by 4WD and light aircraft and stay overnight
Why Join Our Growing Team?
* Generous salary $75,000 to $80,000 based on experience and qualifications
* 12% Superannuation
* A generous relocation package up to $5000 subject to Council Relocation Assistance Policy
* Generous leave entitlements including six weeks annual leave
* 1 additional public holiday for NAIDOC day dedicated to Council staff
* Excellent work/life balance giving you the opportunity to explore this iconic region and much more
* This opportunity is open only to individuals with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider international applicants or those requiring visa sponsorship at this time.
* Only the shortlisted/Suitable applicants will be contacted for interviews as they apply.
* The position may be filled/advertisement may be closed prior to the closing date if the suitable candidate is identified.
* Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander to apply for this role.
WDRC is committed to providing quality services and fostering a prosperous and sustainable future for the region. Join our team and contribute to building strong, safe, and healthy communities.
Contact our People and Culture team at ***********@westdaly.nt.gov.au for the Position Description or for any further information.
To Apply, please click the "Apply" button and follow the process or submit a resume and cover letter to ***********@westdaly.nt.gov.au.
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