At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE.
BE VALUED.
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.
Singleton Council has a long and proud history.
From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales' largest producer of coal.
Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.
Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.
We're committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
ADD VALUE - THE ROLE
The Project & Systems Accountant is responsible for various financial projects, in particular, supporting the implementation of a restructured General Ledger (GL) within Council's financial systems; Authority Altitude.
The role provides technical accounting expertise, leads financial data mapping and reconciliation, supports system configuration and testing, and ensures the new structure enhances financial integrity, reporting, and compliance.
This role will work closely with our Finance, IT, project teams, and system vendors.
Key responsibilities
Support configuration tasks and reconciliations within Authority Altitude
Perform trial postings and assist in User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Review and redesign reporting dimensions, cost centre structures and account hierarchies to support improved reporting and analysis
Support development of future-state reporting architecture and financial data structures




Support the preparation of opening balances, transition entries, and reporting templates
Develop documentation and procedures for the new GL processes and structure.
Essential to this role is tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline, complemented by a CPA or CA qualification.
Proven experience in financial systems projects, GL restructures or ERP implementations, and strong knowledge of local government finance and reporting requirements will also be required for this role.
This position is offered on a Term contract, Full-time basis for 12 months working 35 hours per week.
Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 14 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of$117,217 - $126,986per annum plus superannuation.
BE VALUED - THE REWARD
Your wellbeing benefits
Swell Program (Protected + Well at Singleton Council)
Health + Wellbeing Leave
Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks
Your flexible work benefits may include
Work from home
Rostered Day Off
9-day fortnight
4-day week
Your leave benefits include
Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
Annual Leave
Sick + Carer's Leave
Long Service Leave after 5 years
Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
Parental Leave
Domestic + Family Violence Leave
Health + Wellbeing Leave
Your development benefits include
Training Courses + Professional Development
Education Assistance
Leadership Development Program
Emerging Leaders Program
'Grow our Own' Program
Your reward + recognition benefits include
ESSPecialist Program Awards
Service Awards
Be Valued Recognition Program
INTERESTED?
For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Tracie Radnidge - Chief Financial Officer on ******** ***.
To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 19 JULY ****.
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📌 Projects & Systems Accountant (Singleton)
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