Accountant
Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking an experienced Accountant to join our Corporate Services team. This role offers a diverse accounting portfolio, combining financial reporting, budgeting and analysis with payroll processing and compliance support. Your expertise will contribute to accurate financial operations, sound financial management and informed decisions that support services to the Cloncurry community.
What We Offer:
- Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award - State 2017, Level 7
- Salary: $101,000 - $105,000 per annum + Superannuation
- Housing subject to negotiation
- Personal (Sick) Leave
- Five weeks annual leave, with 17.5% leave loading
- Monthly RDO (13 per year)
- Locality Allowance
About The Role:
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will deliver financial accounting and reporting services to support Council’s financial management and decision-making processes. You will liaise with the Director of Corporate Services to provide financial analysis, advice and recommendations that inform business decisions and strategic planning, while contributing to payroll processing and compliance.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and reviewing financial statements, management reports and budgets in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards.
- Maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
- Developing financial models, forecasts and cost-benefit analyses to inform planning and resource allocation.
- Preparing financial acquittals for grants and subsidies and supporting debtor management and cost control.
- Participating in payroll processing and supporting compliance with taxation and superannuation requirements.
- Working with other departments to resolve financial system issues, improve processes and provide clear financial guidance.
About You:
You are an accounting professional who combines technical expertise with sound commercial judgement and a practical approach to problem-solving. You take ownership of your work, investigate discrepancies thoroughly and deliver accurate information within competing deadlines.
You communicate financial matters clearly, build effective working relationships and understand how reliable financial advice supports decisions across an organisation.
You will demonstrate:
- Experience in financial accounting, reporting, budgeting and reconciliations.
- A thorough understanding of Australian Accounting Standards and the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislative requirements.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate financial data into practical advice and recommendations.
- Proficiency in financial management systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Mandatory Requirements:
- A qualification in accounting or a related discipline and/or substantial accounting experience within a medium to large organisation.
- A current police clearance.
- A current unrestricted Driver Licence.
Desirable:
- Experience in local government.
- Knowledge of Synergysoft financial software (IT Vision) or a comparable system.
For a more detailed job outline, please see the attached Position Description.
Locals are encouraged to apply!
Applications close on 27 November 2026 at 12 PM
Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.
