Do you strive to support seamless financial operations? Do you enjoy cross department collaboration? This is your chance to Rewrite the Future with us.
* Lead the configuration and optimisation of Council's financial systems.
* Ensure compliance with statutory reporting obligations and accounting standards.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives in financial processes and reporting.
About the role
The Senior Financial Systems Accountant is responsible for the configuration, optimisation, and integration of the Council's financial systems, particularly the OneCouncil platform. This role ensures that financial systems are aligned with statutory obligations, operational needs, and strategic objectives, while also supporting the Digital Transformation Program.
You will collaborate closely with Finance, IT, and Asset Management teams, as well as external vendors, to maintain the integrity of financial data and enhance financial reporting capabilities. Your contributions will encompass system upgrades, user acceptance testing, and the automation of financial reporting processes.
Ideal Candidate Profile
We are looking for a motivated professional with a strong background in financial systems and project management.
* Degree in Accounting, Business, Information Technology, or related fields, or equivalent experience.
* Proven experience in configuring complex financial systems, preferably in a Local Government setting.
* Familiarity with financial and project methodologies such as PRINCE2, PMBOK, Agile, or ITIL.
* Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to lead financial process improvements.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, a commitment to high-quality customer service, and the ability to foster collaborative relationships across teams. A proactive approach to problem-solving and a passion for continuous improvement are essential for success in this role.
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Other important information
* A competitive total remuneration salary package will be provided for this role
* We have a temporary full-time role available for up to 4 years
* We are able to offer hybrid and flexible working conditions for this role
* This role is located at the Wyong Administration Building
Council may create an eligibility list from this recruitment process and may utilise this eligibility list to fill other permanent or temporary vacancies.
Extra benefits
At Central Coast Council we provide team members with a range of extras that help them balance their life when they need it. Fitness Passports give access to a range of gyms. Wellbeing leave can be accessed twice a year to tick off something that means something to you - volunteering, health check-ups. And an Employee Assistance Program that offers a range of wellbeing initiatives to help you and your immediate family.
Other extras include:
* Long service leave after 5 years of continuous service
* Free flu vaccination program
* Time provided for you to do annual skin cancer screening, Breast screen and blood donations
* Access to professional development with career development and learning programs through various platforms
* We reward and recognise our staff with our Cheers program
* Novated leasing partnerships.
Central Coast Council is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect.
Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.
Want to know more?
The contact person for this role is Wendy Dillaway, Section Manager Digital Transformation. You can contact Wendy on
This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 8 February 2026.
As we are anticipating a high volume and calibre of applications, applications will be progressively assessed and may be closed prior to the advertised date.