Directorate:
Corporate & Community
Team:
Finance
Employment Status:
Permanent, full-time
Employment Arrangement:
35 hours per week with access to Council's Agile Work Policy
Position Number:
POS 393
Salary Range:
Base Salary:
From $123,****** to $132,****** $ (Grade 20, Step 1 to Step 4) per annum
Plus:
12% superannuation
Total Package:
From $138,****** to $148,****** per annum
The successful candidate will have access to step increases for the grade based on competency assessment and tenure within this position.
About Strathfield Council
Strathfield Council is a dynamic, medium-sized Council located in Sydney's Inner West.
Covering an area of approximately 14 square kilometres, we proudly serve a vibrant and growing community of around 46,000 residents, with population projections set to exceed 60,000 by ****.
We are committed to delivering high-quality services, driving community initiatives, and building a thriving, sustainable future for our residents.
The Opportunity
Strathfield Council is seeking a motivated
Financial Systems Accountant
to join our team.
In this role, you will provide specialist accounting and systems expertise to support the effective administration, integrity and optimisation of Council's financial systems.
You will play a key role in financial reporting, system enhancements and upgrades, data integrity, issue resolution and continuous improvement.
You will lead with professionalism and integrity while actively promoting and living our
PROUD Values
—
People First, Respect, Opportunity, Unity, and Dedication
—contributing to a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
What You Will Be Doing
Administer and maintain Council's financial management and ERP systems, ensuring system security, stability and data integrity
Support month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations,



data validation and financial reporting
Lead and contribute to financial system enhancements, upgrades and ERP projects, including testing and data migration
Investigation and resolution of financial system, data and integration issues in collaboration with Information Technology and external vendors
Provide guidance, training and ongoing support to financial system users
Identify opportunities to improve processes through automation, standardisation and improved data quality.
Essential Requirements
Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, with membership of a recognised skilled accounting body (such as CPA, CA or equivalent), or demonstrated progress towards attaining membership, and a commitment to ongoing professional development
Demonstrated experience in administering and supporting financial management systems within a complex, regulated environment, preferably in local government or the public sector
Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and Australian Accounting Standards, with the ability to translate accounting requirements into effective system configurations and controls
Proven experience supporting month-end and year-end processes through financial systems, including reconciliations, data validation and system-based reporting
High level of proficiency in financial systems and advanced Microsoft Excel, with the ability to extract, manipulate and analyse large datasets to support reporting,



audit and decision-making requirements
Demonstrated experience in system upgrades, enhancements or ERP implementations, including system testing, user acceptance testing, data migration and documentation
Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose system and data issues, identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions
Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with finance staff, IT teams and business users, and to provide clear system guidance, training and support.
Why Work With Us
At Strathfield Council, you will enjoy a supportive workplace that values balance, growth, and wellbeing.
Benefits include:
Flexible work arrangements through our Agile Work Policy
35-hour working week with options for a compressed four-day week
Generous learning and development opportunities
Complimentary Employee Assistance Program
Access to the Fitness Passport Program
Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement Program
Regular staff engagement events, including quarterly Roadshow lunches.
Generous leave entitlements under the Local Government (State) Award (NSW).
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for more details about our staff benefits and
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to view Council's Agile Work Policy.
Position Description
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to review the full position description for this role.
How to Apply
To submit your application online:
Complete your details and answer the application questions.
Attach the following documents in PDF format:
Cover letter addressing the selection criteria
Current resume
For questions about the role, please contact our People & Culture team at
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.
Applications via email will not be accepted.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Friday 2 October ****.

📌 Financial Systems Accountant (New South Wales)
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