- Permanent part-time (.8FTE) opportunity

- Band 5 - $75,795 per annum, pro-rata + 12% super

About Us:

The Strathbogie Shire is a vibrant and progressive rural municipality located about two hours from the Melbourne CBD along the Hume Highway. We have diverse and picturesque communities served by townships such as Euroa, Nagambie, Violet Town, Avenel, Longwood, Ruffy and Strathbogie.

About the Role:

We are seeking a professional and responsive finance administration professional to provide high-quality administrative support to the Finance Department, with a primary focus on accounts payable and other related finance functions.

In this role, you will contribute to the continual improvement of the quality of service, processes and operating systems within the Finance area and across Council.

Key Responsibilities:

- Ensure all payment requests are correctly authorised within delegated limits, have correct cost allocations and appropriate supporting documentation and are in accordance with Council policies.

- Process payment requests/invoices for Strathbogie Shire Council within timeframes.

- Maintain and update creditors master files with accurate information.

- Ensure all internal and external enquiries are investigated and responded to.

- Process payments by cheque and EFT and submit EFT payments for release by authorised approvers.

Our ideal candidates will have:

- Proficiency in word processing, Excel spreadsheet and database management.

- Data entry experience, analytical ca

- Ability to write reports and to prepare external correspondence.

- Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer relations skills.

- Ability to work cooperatively and relate professionally and enthusiastically to a diverse range of people, both external and internally.

Why you will love working at Strathbogie Shire Council:

We understand the need for flexibility and can offer:

- Option for working more hours over less days (e.g., 9-day fortnight).





- Negotiated start and finish times.

We have generous leave entitlements including:

- 3 additional days Family Care Leave per year to support caring requirements.

- 3 days paid leave during Christmas closure.

- Long service leave available pro rata after five years and transferable across local government organisations.

- Up to 10 days unpaid leave per year for Cultural and Ceremonial Leave.

- Up to 20 days of paid Family Violence Leave annually.

- Parental leave - 16 weeks of paid leave for primary carer and 2 weeks for secondary carer, with the option to be taken at half pay.

We value your health and wellbeing and offer:

- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

- Income Protection Scheme for all employees.

- Weekly onsite visits for treatment of soft tissue injuries.

- Annual Flu Vaccinations.

- Access to Local Government Employee Health Plan.

We encourage professional development and learning opportunities including:

- Support to study with a repayment plan via payroll deductions.

- Access to study leave.

- On the job training.

And the bonuses:

- Annual pay increases in line with our Enterprise Agreement.

- 17.5% Leave Loading paid out annually as a lump sum "Christmas bonus".

- Recognition awards for years of service.

For further information about this position, please contact Sagara Gunasekara, Finance Coordinator on 03 •••• •164.

How to Apply:
Please visit our website at www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au to view the position description and to complete an online application form. Please ensure you stated which position you are applying for in your cover letter.

We will only accept applications received through our website. Applications that have not addressed the key selection criteria will not be considered.

Applications close 5pm, Monday 21 September 2026.

Strathbogie Shire Council is an equal chance employer and a Child Protected organisation. We value diversity in our workplace and will consider flexible working arrangements.

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