Finance Officer (Accounts Payable)

• Grow Your Career: Build your skills in a diverse role that offers exposure to multiple areas of finance, with opportunities for professional development in a supportive local government environment.

• Make a Real Impact: Join a collaborative finance team where your attention to detail and reliability directly support the financial operations that keep local services running smoothly.

• Work–Life Balance: Enjoy the stability of a full-time position with flexible work arrangements and the benefits of working in a regional community-focused setting.

• Remuneration package which ranges between $1,182.55 - $1,444.47 per week plus 11.5% superannuation.

• Generous benefits, including 5 weeks of annual leave, long service leave after 5 years, flex leave arrangements, and more!

About us:

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, the Shire includes the towns of Walgett, Lightning Ridge, and Collarenebri, along with the villages of Carinda, Cumborah, Rowena, and Burren Junction, as well as expansive rural areas. With a population of approximately 7,000, the Shire supports key industries such as agriculture, grazing, grain handling, opal mining, and tourism.

Nestled at the junction of the Namoi and Barwon Rivers, Walgett is rich in history and natural beauty. Once a bustling paddle-steamer port, it is now the northern gateway to the iconic Darling River Run, offering breathtaking landscapes and a deep connection to Australia’s heritage.

Just an hour north, Lightning Ridge is famed for its vibrant opal mining culture and distinctive outback charm. Whether it’s fossicking for opals, exploring underground art galleries, soaking in naturally heated artesian springs, or enjoying the tranquillity of river fishing, the region offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Life in Walgett Shire offers the best of outback living—open skies, a strong sense of community, and endless opportunities to explore. For more information about Walgett and the Lightning Ridge area, please click here.

About the role:

About you:

• You have demonstrated experience in accounts payable and financial administration within a structured organisational environment.

• You’re highly organised, with the ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain accuracy under pressure.

• You have strong attention to detail and maintain high standards in financial record-keeping and reconciliation.

• You are confident using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and are familiar with financial systems and databases.

• You understand and can apply relevant policies, procedures, and legislative requirements in a local government or similar context.

• You communicate clearly and professionally, with strong interpersonal skills to liaise with staff, suppliers, and external stakeholders.

• You thrive in a team environment and are willing to support colleagues across finance functions when needed.

• You demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and can adapt to changes in processes or technology.

• You hold a Certificate III or higher in Accounting, Business, or a related field, with additional training in finance systems or procurement seen as a plus.

At Walgett Shire Council, we understand that not every candidate will meet every criterion, and that is perfectly fine—your passion and potential matter most to us.

The full position description can be viewed by clicking here.

For further information or discussion about the position, contact our Chief Finance Officer, Ernest Mhande on 02 6828 6100 during business hours.

What we offer:

• A highly competitive total salary of up to $1,444.47 per week
• 11.5% Superannuation 
• Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay
• Generous benefits, including 5 weeks of annual leave and long service leave after 5 years.
• Flex-time arrangements, promoting a healthy work/life balance.
• Professional development opportunities to support your growth and success.
• Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life’s challenges.
• Exceptional working conditions within a family-friendly and supportive environment.

How to apply:

To apply, follow the instructions below, where you will be diverted to our website and requested to complete the selection criteria and attach your resume and cover letter. All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.

1. Complete the information below as requested
2. Click ‘NEXT’
3. Attach your resume and cover letter
4. Click ‘NEXT’ and ‘CONFIRM’ 

A failure to answer selection criteria and to attach your resume will result in your application being rejected.

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s People and Culture Team via email [email protected] 

Please Note: All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.

Closing date for applications:

Applications close at 9:00am on Monday 2 June 2025.

Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.