* Fixed Term and Full Time Opportunities | 9-day fortnight | 36 hours per week
* Salary: From $79,016 to $84,656 plus Superannuation
About the team
Are you a finance professional looking to make an impact in one of Australia's largest local governments? We are building a talent pool for upcoming opportunities across a range of finance roles, including Accountants, Accounts Payable Officers, and other general finance positions.
These opportunities may be full-time or fixed-term, offering the chance to gain valuable experience across diverse business areas while contributing to meaningful outcomes for the Gold Coast community.
About the Opportunities
Accountant
As an Accountant, you will provide financial advice and support to departments, deliver management accounting services, and contribute to business improvement initiatives.
You'll be involved in:
* Analysing financial performance, including budget vs actuals
* Preparing journals, reconciliations, and financial reports
* Supporting departments with financial queries and insights
* Working with systems such as SAP, PowerBI and other reporting tools
* Identifying opportunities to improve processes and financial outcomes
We're looking for:
* Degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent experience
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* High attention to detail and ability to manage large datasets
* Effective communication skills to engage with stakeholders
* Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines
* A proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement
Accounts Payable Officer
As an Accounts Payable Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, supporting the delivery of efficient and compliant financial services.
You'll be involved in:
* Processing invoices in line with policies, procedures and GST requirements
* Managing shared mailboxes and responding within required timeframes
* Reviewing and resolving outstanding invoices
* Ensuring accuracy and efficiency in payment processing
We're looking for:
* Certificate III in Accounts Administration or equivalent experience
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to work in a high-volume processing environment
* Good organisational and time management skills
* Strong communication and customer service focus
* Ability to follow processes while identifying improvements
Interested?
Submit your application to join our finance talent pool. We'll be in touch as suitable opportunities arise that match your skills and experience. Please note that this talent pool may be used to fill vacancies for the next 12 months.
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
* 9-day fortnight
* Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
* Personal and professional development courses
* Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
* 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
* 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.
How to applyTo submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.
Contact Person Ashley Shannon
Contact Email ********@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We consider all qualified candidates for employment, irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics by law.