About the Council

Narrandera Shire Council is one of the largest employers in the Shire, with over 120 employees, offering over 30 services. We help shape our future and strive to make our community a great place to live.

At Council, we proudly focus on career progression and further education for our employees. Council offers a healthy work and lifestyle balance including adaptable work arrangements and accelerated leave.

Narrandera Shire is on Wiradjuri Country and is in the heart of the Riverina. Based along Murrumbidgee River, we are famous for our natural assets and sporting lifestyle, quality education and health services, a wide range of housing,

Located one hour’s drive from both Wagga Wagga and Griffith, with daily flights to and from Sydney, plus bus and train services, it is the ideal choice for regional living.

About the role

This position completes day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, data entry, reconciliations and general finance administration.

The position is primarily based in Council’s Narrandera office, This position is full time, flexible working arrangements may be considered for the right applicant. This may include parttime arrangements and/or adjusted working hours (such as school hours) to support applicants returning to the workforce or those requiring flexibility, provided the operational requirements of the role can be met.

Financial Processing

Preparing and processing day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries

Ensuring timely and accurate billing,



receipting, and reconciliation of council income streams (rates, fees, grants)

Maintaining financial records in accordance with internal policies and accounting standards

Financial Reconciliations

Assisting with bank, balance sheet, and subsidiary ledger reconciliations

Rates & Revenue Support

Supporting Council’s Revenue Officer in the administration of rates, charges, and debtor management processes

Payroll Support

Assisting Council’s payroll team with the fortnightly payroll cycle and other payroll related enquiries received

General finance Support

Assisting senior finance staff with ad hoc projects and reporting requirements

Supporting wider corporate services functions where required

Culture

Our inclusive culture promotes employee engagement and enables us to attract and retain the best talent.

Some of our strategies and programs include:

- Merit-based recruitment practices

- Workplace adjustments for persons with disability

- Opportunities for persons of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin

- Work experience and school-based apprentice placements

- Flexible work arrangements

Benefits

Some key benefits of working at Narrandera Shire Council include:

- Flexible Work Arrangements for work-life balance, such as work arounds for people with school aged children

- Compressed working hours (9 day fortnight/4 day week)

- Adjusted working hours

- Work from home arrangements

- Superannuation

- Active Health and Wellbeing Program

- Learning and Development Program

- Uniform Allowance

📌 Finance Officer (Narrandera)
🏢 Narrandera Shire Council
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