Coordinator Finance
Are you ready to help shape the financial future of Towong Shire Council?
* Key role across the organisation
* Opportunity for hybrid work
* Additional purchased leave and flexi time available
In this role, you'll work closely with the Senior Accountant and the Manager of Finance, delivering monthly reports, financial statement reports, and performance reports. You'll manage all aspects of asset accounting and oversee a small team, including our Senior Accountant and Payroll Officer.
As the Coordinator of Finance, you'll lead the development, implementation, and thorough monitoring of our financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes. Your expertise in financial reporting, asset accounting, and payroll will enable informed decision-making, ensuring that every step aligns seamlessly with our organisational goals and meets all legislative requirements.
You'll also be responsible for maintaining the integrity of our financial systems, engaging with internal stakeholders, and promoting best practices. Your leadership will drive continuous improvement in financial management, keeping us aligned with industry standards and innovations.
To be successful in this role, you will:
* be a qualified accountant (4+ years).
* hold a CPA or be working towards one.
* have knowledge of payroll legislation and be able to supervise the payroll function. Experience with payroll, or a willingness to learn, is highly desirable.
* have personality in spades, ensuring stakeholders are well informed and engaged.
* be able to work independently and as part of a team.
* have strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
* possess strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop a small team.
To read the full position description, understand what to expect, and how you can be successful in the role visit
Benefits of working at Towong Shire Council
* Opportunities for professional development
* Wellbeing, financial and career development support via our Employee Assistance Program
* Fortnightly pay cycle
* Opportunity for flexible work arrangements
* Additional leave - 50/52, 48/52 or 46/52 models
* Structured performance and 1:1 development check-ins
* Secondment and career growth opportunities
* Study Leave provisions
* Relaxed lifestyle location complete with cafes, coffee and green space
Applications close: 5pm, Sunday 12 October 2025, unless the successful applicant is appointed earlier.
Towong Shire Council is committed to creating a culture where everyone is respected. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, contact
The process
* Read the full Position Description and apply at
* Provide a copy of your resume, including the details of two professional referees
* Provide a cover letter detailing how you meet the Key Selection Criteria for the role
* Shortlisting and interviews may be conducted as applications are received.
* If your application progresses to the final stage, you may receive a call regarding reference and police checks, before (hopefully) receiving an offer.
* All applicants will receive an outcome regardless of being successful or unsuccessful.