Finance Leader (GoCo) - Gunnedah Shire Council

Location: Tamworth and/or Gunnedah, NSW (Flexible Work Arrangements Available)

Contract Type: Full Time, 35 hours per week 

Salary Range: Grade 18 ($2076.16 - $2291.69 per week + 12% Superannuation)

Application Deadline: 5:00pm, Friday 2 January 2025

A council truly passionate about community!

Gunnedah Shire Council is an integral part of the Gunnedah community, a vibrant, warm and friendly town surrounded by the expansive Liverpool Plains and framed by the Nandewar Ranges. At Gunnedah Shire Council we are committed to providing a friendly and helpful service to all stakeholders. We are dedicated to Gunnedah being a liveable and accessible community for all ages and demographics. Additionally, as a council we are proud to promote economic and business development in the region.

We are not only invested in the people of Gunnedah, but we are also heavily invested in its employees and their future careers.

Are you passionate about leading financial operations and helping shape services that make a real difference in people's lives?

Gunnedah Shire Council is seeking a motivated and collaborative professional to lead the GoCo Finance Team!

• Looking for a tree change? Enjoy a rural community lifestyle!
• Fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a vibrant and supportive team with operations spread across the North-West
• Receive an attractive salary up to $120,000/year (depending on experience/qualifications) PLUS super and salary packaging options (Including Novated Lease and Remote Area Benefits!)
• Additional benefits include relocation assistance for the right applicant, a paid rostered day off every three weeks, ongoing professional development opportunities and negotiable flexibility!

Our Next Finance Leader @ GoCo

Reporting to the Executive Manager, you will oversee financial management, reporting, and budgeting for GoCo, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and effective support for strategic and operational decisions. The role provides guidance to staff, manages financial risk, and maintains strong relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, and funding bodies to help deliver high-quality community services. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support the GoCo   Executive Manager in effectively managing GoCo’s finances, consistent with accepted accounting standards and with achieving a breakeven outcome.
• Assist the GoCo Executive Manager and GoCo staff in meeting funding agreement obligations.
• Assist the GoCo Executive Manager with identification and management of financial risk.
• Provide supervision and support to direct reports.
• Attend and actively participate in meetings, as required.
• Work to agreed individual performance objectives and training plans.
• Maintain designated financial records and reports for GoCo.
• Liaise regularly with the Council Finance Section on maintenance and development of financial policy and procedures relating to GoCo.
• Participate in relevant meetings.
• Perform other duties as directed
• Provide quality administration support as required.

Key Requirements

•  Tertiary qualification in Finance, Business or Commerce or currently undertaking such and/ or demonstrated experience.
• A strong working knowledge of financial systems.
• Demonstrated advanced level skills in the application of Microsoft Excel software.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• A commitment to continuous improvement principles, including a willingness to attempt new things.
• Demonstrated customer service skills (internal and external).
• Ability to work in a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely present complex issues to inform decision making at all levels.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work autonomously.
• Current Driver's License.
• Staff management experience.

 * While not required, desirable characteristics of a successful candidate could include:

•  Knowledge of the Community Care Sector and Local Government.
• Demonstrated capacity to effectively communicate with the frail elderly, people with a disability and their carers and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent.
• Cultural sensitivity.   
• CA (Chartered Accountant) or CPA (Certified Practicing Accountant)

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification or skill.  If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!

 Why Join Gunnedah Shire Council?

 Some of the benefits working for Gunnedah Shire Council include:

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community.
• Flexible work arrangements available
• Receive annual award salary increases with potential for further increases during performance appraisal cycles
• 35 hours per week 
• Rostered day off every 3 weeks
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Salary packaging and salary sacrificing options available
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• 4 weeks annual leave
• Access to employee wellbeing programs
• Active social club

For further information regarding this role please contact Bruce Mercer, Executive Manager GoCo, on 02 6740 2100 or see the Position Description

How to Apply

 Please read the Position Description by clicking on the link above. It is important to read this carefully to understand what the job involves.

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification or skill. If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!

If this sounds like you, click the Apply button below, complete the application form. Please ensure you answer all questions and upload a current resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for this role, as well as any copies of relevant qualifications that support your application.

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

 Further information

 As part of the recruitment process, suitable applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include relevant background checks, functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol screening. Our recruitment process is primarily via system generated emails.  Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes.

 Email notifications may include application confirmation, interview invitations, request for references, and application outcomes.  Please check your email regularly, including your junk email.

 Council is an equal opportunity employer is committed to a merit-based workforce that encompasses inclusiveness and diversity in an environment of mutual respect. We invite, encourage, welcome and value candidate of all ages and from all backgrounds.

 For all enquiries regarding the application and recruitment process, please contact the People and Culture team on 02 6740 2100 or peopleandculture@gunnedah.nsw.gov.au