Job title: Manager Budgeting and Strategic Accounting
Company: Fraser Coast Regional Council
Job description: Manager Budgeting and Strategic Accounting
Organisational Services / Financial Services
Permanent Full Time
TRP in excess of $165,000
(comprising of LGO 8 Individual Flexibility Agreement (IFA) $132,129 pa cash component, plus superannuation, plus private use of vehicle)
Maryborough
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program – Boss to Coach and create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022 as well as winning the LGMA 2023 excellence in innovation award. We offer career and personal development, flexible working arrangements, novated leasing, employee discount program and many other great benefits. To see more about Council and what you could achieve working with us, please visit us on
What we are looking for:
We are currently on the look out for a skilled professional to join us in delivering exceptional services and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence as our Manager Budgeting and Strategic Accounting.
In this role you will steer our financial strategies by overseeing all facets of budgeting and management accounting. Your leadership skills will be instrumental in guiding our dedicated team to deliver a comprehensive range of financial and budgeting services.
If you are a passionate, expert finance enthusiast seeking a role that combines leadership with financial acumen, we want to hear from you!
Relocation assistance up to $6,000 is offered; and five days recreation leave per year in addition to four weeks annual leave in accordance with our Individual Flexibility Agreement.
View more information about the professional and personal opportunities offered with this role:
What you should have to apply:
AQF Level 7 (or above) in Accounting or Business and/or practical experience relevant to the role
- Qualification and suitable experience is mandatory; however if you don’t hold but have extensive working experience (eg 10 years in a similar or financial management role) we would still like to hear from you.
Extensive budgeting and accounting management experience
Project Management experience
Contract Management experience
High level Excel knowledge
Understanding and skills in complex financial models
Outstanding work ethic
Driven to succeed
Management and Leadership skills and experience
Queensland Class “C” drivers’ licence
What’s nice to have:
CPA Membership or other accounting professional membership
Local Government experience
What our Council can offer you:
Learning and Development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements,
Up to 12% employer super contribution
Study assistance program
Reward and recognition
24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
Vaccinations
Paid Emergency Services leave
Application requirements:
To be considered applicants MUST supply:
- Cover letter explaining suitability for the role. Please address the selection criteria in your explanation of suitability. Please note your cover letter and suitability explanation should be no longer than 1,000 words in total (approximately 2 pages in total).
- Resume
Applications close:
11pm Friday 22 March 2024
For further details please contact Marion Millard, Executive Manager Financial Services on 4190 5805 during business hours only.
Some information about our Council:
Council provides a safe, secure and supportive environment where employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
TRAITS is an acronym for the values we consider to be integral to the way we go about our work and serve our community. These values are Trust, Respect, Accountability, Initiative, Teamwork and Service.
Council recognises that it is important for employees to be satisfied in their roles, to balance work and life demands and to deliver quality services to the community.
Some information about our Region:
If you’re tired of the City lifestyle and need a better work/life balance then the Fraser Coast is waiting for you!
Located 250kms north of Brisbane the Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns.
From K’gari – the world’s largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay.
Before starting your application:
Please ensure your cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume are complete in doc, docx or pdf format. PDF format is preferred.
Please note that:
Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including proof of vaccination where relevant, criminal history checks, Licence checks, psychometric testing, functional capacity testing and competency based testing.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Expected salary: $132129 per year
Location: Maryborough, QLD
Job date: Sat, 09 Mar 2024 04:39:28 GMT
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