- 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
- Located at Nowra Administration Building

About the Role

The Finance Systems Analyst supports the administration, optimisation, and continuous improvement of Council's integrated financial systems. The role provides system support, manages user access, resolves issues, and works to enhance financial processes and system performance across the organisation. This includes:

- Coordinate and support the development, review and implementation of Council's financial systems including,
- TechnologyOne - including Financials, Budgeting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Procurement, Rates, and Enterprise Cash Receipting
- ExpenseMe Pro - Council's Credit Card expense system
- Fees and Charges system

- Facilitate the financial month end and end of year financial processes
- Provide guidance and support to financial system users by investigating, analysing and resolving complex or challenging problems, testing anomalies to ensure correct procedures / processes are used and developing, documenting and implementing solutions.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:





- Hold an Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology degree or equivalent/substantial relevant experience working with finance systems.
- Current Class C Driver's Licence
- Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)

We are looking for a proactive and customer focused professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have experience working with financial systems, a keen eye for process improvement, and the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders. They will be collaborative, detail oriented, and committed to delivering high quality support while contributing positively to a team driven environment.

Council requires applicants for this position to undergo a National Criminal History Check during the recruitment process. This check will be at the expense of Council.

Applications Close: Sunday, 6 September 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Damien Jenkins - Manager - Reporting & Controls - 3***

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty,



offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

- Generous leave entitlements
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Option of flexitime for indoor staff
- Flexible and remote working arrangements
- Novated lease arrangements available
- Opportunities for career development and training
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
- NSW Welcome Experience

Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.

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