Division/Section: Business Services –
Commercial and Financial Services
Position Type: Permanent – Full Time (9 day
fortnight, ***** hours/week)
Salary Range: LGO4 – ($86,720.
– $92,954 per
annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and
experience.
Location: Townsville
Application Close: 11:45pm, Monday 3 August
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About the Role
The Finance Officer will play an important role in delivering
high-quality financial and accounting support that helps Council
achieve its strategic objectives and deliver positive outcomes for
the Townsville community.
You will work collaboratively with
stakeholders across the organisation to provide financial advice,
support budgeting and accounting activities, investigate and
resolve finance-related enquiries, and contribute to accurate
financial reporting and compliance outcomes.
You will be a trusted
partner to business areas, helping to embed sound financial
practices, improve processes, and support informed decision-making
through the provision of timely and accurate financial
information.
This role is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys
building robust working relationships, solving problems, and
delivering excellent customer service.
You will be part of a
supportive team committed to continuous improvement,
accountability, and delivering value for the community, while
contributing to Council's vision of growing Townsville and creating
a positive impact for the people who live, work, and invest in our
region.
About you:
Demonstrated experience role modelling a positive safety
culture and adherence to the Health Safety Management Systems
through visible leadership and exercising due diligence and
management of compliance and legislative obligations.
Minimum of three (3) years in a Finance Officer role,
providing assistance to a multi-disciplinary team.
Qualifications commensurate with Certificate IV in Business




or progress towards a Bachelor degree in Business.
Excellent communication skills demonstrated by verbal and
written evidence.
Business partnering experience.
Excellent customer service skills.
Demonstrated ability to negotiate, influence and educate
stakeholders.
Current Queensland "C" class driver's licence.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Advanced proficiency in the use of the Microsoft suite of
products, particularly Excel.
Proficiency in system products including but not limited
to: ECM/CES/Marvel/Property and Rating, or the ability to
rapidly obtain proficiency.
National Police Check may be required dependent on Finance
Officer position.
Must be willing to undertake duties in various council work
locations throughout Townsville as directed.
For further information review the Position
Description.
Townsville City Council is the largest local government
authority in Northern Australia.
We're committed to supporting our
people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and
inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful
impact in our community.
We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
14 weeks paid Parental Leave
Domestic and Family Violence Leave
Natural Disaster Leave
Annual wage progression
Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for
contributing members
Salary Sacrifice opportunities
Access to a range of learning and development
opportunities,



including on-the-job learning and formal
training programs
Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to
selected health and wellbeing facilities
Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected
local businesses
Employee Assistance Program
* The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for
contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary
time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6%
of their ordinary time earnings.
Contact Person: Kat
Contact
Email: ******
How to Apply
Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button.
Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your
skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve
success in this role.
We also will require your resume which should
confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace
where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
are valued, encouraged, and respected.
People from diverse
backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and
sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic
backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged
to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug
and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process.
Please
be aware Townsville City Council has a 'zero tolerance' policy to
drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment
process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility
requirements, please contact *****************
or phone ************ for a confidential discussion.
Attachments:
- N***** N***** N***** N***** N***** N*****_Finance Officer_PD_Updated Template_05Sep****.pdf

📌 Finance Officer (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville City Council
📍 Townsville