Job Description
Livingstone Shire Council | Yeppoon, QLD | LGIA Level 6 | Starting at $109,779 + 13% super
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Public Sector People are proud to partner with Livingstone Shire Council to recruit an experienced Coordinator Revenue Services.
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This is an opportunity to step into a key leadership role within Council's Financial Services team, overseeing the day-to-day operations of Revenue Services and leading a team of five.
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Reporting to the Manager Financial Services, you will bring strong revenue and accounting expertise together with people leadership, stakeholder management and a continuous improvement mindset.
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The role will play an important part in ensuring Council's revenue operations are accurate, compliant and effective, while supporting the team through ongoing development, process improvement and knowledge sharing.
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Relocation support is available for eligible candidates including up to $4,000 in relocation reimbursement and up to $2,000 in temporary accommodation support, subject to Council approval and conditions.
The Opportunity n
As Coordinator Revenue Services, you will lead, develop and manage the Revenue team, ensuring high performance, operational effectiveness and a consistent approach to service delivery.
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You will oversee Council's revenue systems, rating structures and processes, while providing specialist advice across revenue, rates, fees and charges, debt recovery and related financial matters.
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This is a hands-on leadership role where your ability to support and develop your team will be just as important as your technical revenue expertise.
Key Responsibilities Will Include n
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Leading, developing and managing the Revenue Services team to deliver high performance and continuous improvement
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Overseeing revenue systems, rating structures and processes to ensure accurate billing, collection and legislative compliance
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Providing expert revenue and financial advice to internal stakeholders and the community
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Supporting the development and review of revenue policies, procedures and processes
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Contributing to budgeting, financial reporting, strategic financial planning, audits, reconciliations and internal controls
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Managing Council's revenue accounts, fees and charges registers and associated processes
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Identifying opportunities to improve revenue practices, systems and service delivery
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Supporting effective resource management across the Revenue Services function
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Building strong working relationships across Financial Services, Council and the broader community
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Supporting the development of team capability, knowledge sharing and succession planning
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Ensuring accurate records, sound governance and compliance with relevant legislation and Council policies
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About You n
You will be an experienced revenue or accounting professional who understands the complexities of revenue management and is confident leading a team in a local government or similar environment.
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You'll bring strong technical capability, but equally important will be your ability to lead people, build relationships and identify practical opportunities to improve the way revenue services are delivered.
You'll Bring n
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Demonstrated experience in revenue accounting, rating legislation, debt recovery and/or related financial services
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Solid understanding of rates, fees and charges and revenue processes
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Proven people leadership and team management capability
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Strong analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills
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The ability to interpret legislation, financial standards and Council policies and translate these into practical outcomes
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Strong communication, consultation, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
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Experience developing and improving policies, procedures and operational processes
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Strong financial systems capability and sound organisational and time management skills
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The ability to provide practical financial advice and work collaboratively across a range of stakeholders
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A proactive approach to continuous improvement and team development
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A strong commitment to professional and ethical conduct
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You Will Also Hold n
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Tertiary qualifications in Business, Accounting or a related discipline
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Substantial experience in a revenue management or accounting-focused position
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Strong experience across financial and revenue management systems, with TechOne and Pathway experience highly regarded
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A current C Class driver licence
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Previous experience within a local government environment will be highly regarded, particularly experience across rates, revenue, recovery and property-related functions.
Why Livingstone Shire Council? n
Livingstone Shire Council is located on Queensland's Capricorn Coast, encompassing the communities of Yeppoon, Emu Park and surrounding rural areas.
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This is an opportunity to join a regional Council and make a tangible contribution to the way revenue services are delivered to the local community.
The Role Offers n
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Permanent, full-time employment
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LGIA Level 6 classification
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Relocation support of up to $4,000, plus up to $2,000 temporary accommodation support, for eligible relocations
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Competitive starting salary of $109,779 + 13% superannuation
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A nine-day fortnight supporting a strong work-life balance
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The opportunity to lead a five-person Revenue Services team
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A role with genuine scope to improve systems, processes and team capability
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The opportunity to contribute to broader Financial Services outcomes
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A supportive regional lifestyle on the Capricorn Coast
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This is an opportunity for an experienced revenue professional to take on a leadership role where you can make a genuine impact, both through the technical work you deliver and the team you lead.
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If you are an experienced revenue or accounting professional looking for a leadership opportunity within local government, we would like to hear from you.
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Applications close 30 October ****
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Appointment will be subject to Livingstone Shire Council's required pre-employment checks.
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