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/n Directorate: Corporate & Community

Team: Finance

Employment Status: Permanent, full-time

Employment Arrangement: 35 hours per week with access to Council’s Agile Work Policy /n Position Number: POS 393

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- Base Salary: From $123,396.00 to $132,223.00 $ (Grade 20, Step 1 to Step 4) per annum

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- Plus: 12% superannuation

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- Total Package: From $138,203.52 to $148,089.76 per annum

/n /n The successful candidate will have access to step increases for the grade based on competency assessment and tenure within this position. /n /n About Strathfield Council /n 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 2041. /n We are committed to delivering high-quality services, driving community initiatives, and building a thriving, sustainable future for our residents. /n /n The Opportunity /n Strathfield Council is seeking a motivated Financial Systems Accountant to join our team. /n 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. /n 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. /n What You Will Be Doing /n /n

- Administer and maintain Council’s financial management and ERP systems, ensuring system security, stability and data integrity

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- Support month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations, data validation and financial reporting





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- Lead and contribute to financial system enhancements, upgrades and ERP projects, including testing and data migration

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- Investigation and resolution of financial system, data and integration issues in collaboration with Information Technology and external vendors

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- Provide guidance, training and ongoing support to financial system users

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- Identify opportunities to improve processes through automation, standardisation and improved data quality.

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- Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, with membership of a recognised professional accounting body (such as CPA, CA or equivalent), or demonstrated progress towards attaining membership, and a commitment to ongoing professional development

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- Demonstrated experience in administering and supporting financial management systems within a complex, regulated environment, preferably in local government or the public sector

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- Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and Australian Accounting Standards, with the ability to translate accounting requirements into effective system configurations and controls

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- Proven experience supporting month-end and year-end processes through financial systems, including reconciliations, data validation and system-based reporting

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- 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

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- Demonstrated experience in system upgrades,



enhancements or ERP implementations, including system testing, user acceptance testing, data migration and documentation

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- Solid analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose system and data issues, identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions

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- 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.

/n /n /n Why Work With Us /n At Strathfield Council, you will enjoy a supportive workplace that values balance, growth, and wellbeing.

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- Flexible work arrangements through our Agile Work Policy

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- 35-hour working week with options for a compressed four-day week

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- Generous learning and development opportunities

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- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program

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- Access to the Fitness Passport Program

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- Health & Wellbeing Reimbursement Program

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- Regular staff engagement events, including quarterly Roadshow lunches.

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- Generous leave entitlements under the Local Government (State) Award (NSW).

/n /n Click here for more details about our staff benefits and Click here to view Council’s Agile Work Policy. /n Position Description /n Click here to review the full position description for this role. /n How to Apply /n To submit your application online: /n /n

- Complete your details and answer the application questions.

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- Attach the following documents in PDF format:

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- Cover letter addressing the selection criteria

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- Current resume

/n /n /n /n For questions about the role, please contact our People & Culture team at [email protected] . /n Applications via email will not be accepted. /n Applications close at 11:59pm on Friday 2 October 2026. /n

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📌 Financial Systems Accountant (Strathfield)
🏢 Strathfield Municipal Council
📍 Strathfield