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Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.
Ballina Shire is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Position
We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented individual to join our Financial Services team.
Reporting to Council’s Financial Accountant, this role plays an important part in supporting the Financial Services team to deliver efficient and reliable creditor accounting services that meet statutory requirements and align with Council’s policies and procedures. The position is focused on providing a high level of customer service to both internal and external stakeholders through the timely, accurate and efficient processing of Council’s creditor payments, helping to ensure smooth financial operations across the organisation.
Hours of work for this part time position are 14 hours per week.
To be successful you will bring
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Demonstrated recent experience in a relevant finance field including data entry and reconciliations.
- Proven ability to manage a high volume workload while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated well developed communication skills, both oral and written.
- Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Demonstrated experience and competence in the use of the Microsoft Office package, finance specific software and other corporate software.
- Demonstrated experience in the provision of high level customer service, both face-to-face and over the telephone.
- Ability and willingness to work additional days during peak work periods and to cover staff absences when required.
The rewards
- A part time annual salary range of $25,200 to $28,900 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
- Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
- Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
- Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.
Clickhereto view the Position Description and Information Package.
Applications close
11.30am on Monday 6 April 2026
Specific enquiries
Amanda Binney | Financial Accountant | 02 6681 0580
How to apply
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