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Located just over an hour from Adelaide, Mid Murray Council covers a large, diverse region stretching from the Murray River to the Mount Lofty Ranges. With a population of approximately 10,000 and a strong sense of community, the Council is focused on innovation, prosperity, accountability, and improving the lives of residents.
Guided by a commitment to responsible financial management, service delivery excellence, and community engagement, Mid Murray Council plays a vital role in supporting both economic growth and environmental sustainability across its townships and rural areas.
About the role…
The Manager - Finance is both a strategic and operational leadership role within Council's Corporate & Financial Services team. Reporting directly to the Director - Corporate & Financial Services, this role offers a unique opportunity for a motivated and forward-thinking professional to take on a senior leadership position and build long-term influence within the organisation.
For the right candidate, this is more than a finance leadership role - it's an opportunity to work closely with an experienced executive, gaining valuable exposure to broader governance, strategy and organisational leadership. With succession planning in mind, it represents a career progression pathway for someone looking to take the next step in their career and contribute meaningfully to the long-term financial sustainability and success of the Council.
What you will do…
* Financial Leadership: Manage and lead the Finance team, providing guidance and oversight of Council's financial systems, reporting, and compliance.
* Budgeting & Planning: Lead the development and monitoring of Council's Annual Budget, Long Term Financial Plan, and quarterly budget reviews.
* Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of monthly management reports, Annual Financial Statements, and performance indicators.
* Compliance & Controls: Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, Local Government Act, GST, FBT and other legislation, while maintaining robust internal controls.
* Treasury & Risk: Manage Council's treasury operations, including cash flow, investments, loans and financial risk.
* Audit & Governance: Liaise with external auditors, prepare Audit Committee reports, and contribute to risk management and audit outcomes.
* Asset Management Support: Provide financial expertise to assist with the planning and management of Council's assets.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with internal departments, external agencies, elected members, and community stakeholders.
What they are looking for…
* Financial Expertise: Proven experience in financial and accounting management, preferably in local government or a similar regulated environment.
* Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with CPA or CA status (or working towards).
* Leadership Capability: Strong people leadership skills and the ability to develop, mentor and lead a team.
* Strategic Thinking: Ability to contribute to long-term financial planning and advise senior leaders on financial matters.
* Compliance & Reporting: Knowledge of relevant legislation and standards, with experience in managing audit, reporting, and compliance obligations.
* Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving and data analysis capabilities, with a keen eye for financial detail.
* Technology Proficiency: Experience with financial management systems, Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), and reporting software.
* Communication Skills: Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across the organisation and represent Council externally.
Why Mid Murray Council?
* Shape the Future: Lead vital financial operations that support a growing regional community and contribute to long-term sustainability and strategic progress.
* Community-Centred Values: Be part of a team that's deeply connected to its people and places, delivering services that make a genuine difference across a diverse landscape.
* Grow with Us: Take advantage of professional development opportunities, close mentoring, and a clear pathway for career growth in a stable and future-focused organisation.
This is a career-shaping opportunity to lead financial excellence in a high-impact role, contributing to the sustainable future of a well-respected regional Council.
To obtain a copy of the Candidate Information Pack and to apply, please visit mcarthur.com.au and quote reference number J7429.
We are actively shortlisting candidates, so early applications are encouraged.
Confidential enquiries can be directed to Tamara Chambers on (08) 8100 7000 .
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