Before submitting your application, please read the Candidate Information Pack and contact Steven Pinnuck, Senior Executive Advisor | | – to arrange a time for a confidential discussion about the role.About our CouncilHilltops Council brings together the towns of Young, Boorowa and Harden Murrumburrah and their surrounding villages, covering 7,142 square kilometers of some of the finest agricultural land in NSW.
Just over an hour north of Canberra and around four hours from Sydney, the region is home to close to 20,000 people and offers a relaxed country lifestyle with a diverse economy and strong rural base.
Council acknowledges the Wiradjuri and Ngunnawal People as the Traditional Custodians of the land and water within the Hilltops Region.
With a workforce of close to 300 people, Council is guided by its values of Safety, Trust, Accountability and Respect.The PositionHilltops Council is seeking an experienced Manager Finance to lead its finance function and act as Council's Principal Accounting Officer.
The role is responsible for reviewing and implementing the Long-Term Financial Plan, identifying and mitigating financial risk, managing Council's investments and finding opportunities for more efficient and effective service delivery.Reporting to the Director Corporate and Community, the Manager Finance works closely with the Executive Team, Council and the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee, presenting financial information with confidence and explaining what changes to short and long term plans mean for operations.You will lead a multi-disciplinary finance team covering budgeting, financial and management accounting, rating, investments, FBT and GST, and statutory reporting, including the annual financial statements, Grants Commission returns and the external audit,



all supported by Council's TechOne systems.About YouCouncil is looking for a values driven finance leader who combines strong technical accounting with sound people management.
You will be as comfortable leading the year end audit as you are standing in front of Council to explain the numbers in plain language, and you will build a capable, engaged team around you.Degree in Accountancy and at least five years' local government accounting experience, including preparation of financial statementsMembership of CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and Current Zealand or an equivalent professional body, or the ability to obtain itSound knowledge of the Local Government Code of Accounting Practice and Financial Reporting, Australian Accounting Standards and relevant legislationExpert knowledge of budgeting, rating, funding mechanisms, capital management, asset valuation, financial modelling and management reportingProven experience leading and developing teams across a range of finance servicesA track record of building strong relationships with government agencies, industry and the communityCurrent Class C driver's licenceWhat's on offer?
Salary package to be negotiated based on skills and experience with a range of $149K to 165KThis is a full time, permanent position with benefits including:Nine day fortnight (70 hours)Superannuation @ 12%Access to a leaseback Motor VehicleFlexible relocation budgetProfessional development supportA relaxed country lifestyle within easy reach of CanberraThis is a chance to take ownership of the finances of a growing regional council at an important time, shaping a Long-Term Financial Plan that keeps a $950 million asset base and more than 2,500 kilometers of local roads sustainable for the community.
If you want a role where your advice is valued and your work is visible every day, we would love to hear from you.Applications close 9am Monday 23 November ****
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📌 Manager Finance - Hilltops Council (New South Wales)
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