Job Description
Rous is entering an exciting new chapter, bringing all operations together under one roof at our brand-new, purpose-built facility in Ballina.
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As a regional leader in water supply, flood mitigation, and environmental management, we're proud to serve the Northern Rivers community through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. Our new headquarters reflects our forward-thinking culture, a space designed to inspire connection, wellbeing, and excellence in everything we do.
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We're building a workplace where fresh ideas thrive, people feel valued, and every role contributes to a cleaner, greener, and more resilient future for our region.
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If you're looking to make a meaningful career move, one that balances professional growth with purpose and lifestyle, Rous is the place to do it.
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We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager with strong technical accounting capability along with demonstrated people leadership and stakeholder engagement. You will be a senior professional who can contribute to our strategic priorities through effective financial leadership and have an eye for driving continuous improvement.
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About Rous
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Our new site has brought together all Council operations under one roof, creating a dynamic, collaborative, and future-focused workplace. Located on a spacious 71-hectare site, the facility has been designed with staff wellbeing, sustainability, and operational excellence in mind. Rous hasan operational footprint covering 3,000km2. As a county council, we are responsible for providing three specific functions; bulk water supply, weed biosecurity and flood mitigation.
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Our value proposition to you:
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A progressive and creative organisation which is a leader in business improvement
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Work/life balance
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70hour/9-day fortnight - 26 days off a year
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Remuneration from $116,******- $135,798p.a.Plus statutory superannuation currently 12% + $10,780 p.a. vehicle allowance
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Annual salary reviews and gazetted salary increases relevant to attractive award entitlements
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Work for the organisation that supplies the best tasting drinking water in New South Wales
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Structured training and development tailored to your interests
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Mentorship from experienced staff and culturally safe support
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Access to Flare Benefits – including lifestyle discounts and financial wellbeing tools
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential support for you and your family
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Fitness Passport – affordable access to gyms and fitness centres across the region
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A workplace that values your voice, your culture, and your potential
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Your value proposition to us:
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Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline with CA, CPA qualified credentials
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Demonstrated experience in a senior finance leadership role
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Expert knowledge of statutory and government reporting requirements
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You will be known for your excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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Hands on, proactive and commercially astute
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Committed to upholding and promoting the highest of health, safety and quality standards
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Your average workday will be kept busy by:
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Providing sound financial advice and timely reports to the Leadership Team,



Council, Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee and external stakeholders as required
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Oversight and delivery of financial functions related to all aspects of accounting and statutory reporting
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Direct the annual budget process
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Monitor the financial performance of Council against key performance indicators
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Provide clear guidance to other line managers on a range of financial matters and provide options for resolving issues
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Ensure financial policies, controls and processes are robust, relevant and are operating efficiently, including compliance with all relevant Accounting Standards, relevant legislation, corporate objectives and internal controls framework
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Provide team leadership and coaching to develop staff capabilities and meet work objectives
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This is more than just a move, it's a transformation.
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Be part of a team that's shaping the future of water and environmental services for our region.
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Are you ready to catapult your career?
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It is mandatory that you submit your resume and upload a document that answers the selection criteria. A satisfactory health assessment, including drug screening and a national police history check is a pre-requisite to an offer of employment. Helpful resources to assist in answering selection criteria can be found on the Careers page.
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Note: Location subject to change as Council prepares to relocate, by ****, some work sites to recent premises at Gallans Rd, Ballina NSW ****.
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For any queries, please reach out to
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Rous County Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and diversity across our workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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📌 Finance Manager (New South Wales)
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