Assets Accountant

• Permanent full-time, 35 hours per week
• Salary from $96,294.92 - $104,230.40+ 11.5% Super
• Flexible work arrangements

About us:

We are not your usual, we are upbeat, resourceful and determined. Our staff and community are at the core of what we do, looking for ways to work together and support each other. Naturally welcoming, we share good-natured humour and positivity. We aim to inspire a sense of possibility and create opportunities for all by rolling up our sleeves. Our workplace is agile and flexible, keeping ahead of the times. Be a part of it, let’s get something started.

Campbelltown is a city of ambition, innovation and opportunity. It is currently experiencing unprecedented population growth and Council has a bold vision for the future, which requires adaptable and collaborative leaders with the highest levels of personal drive, passion and integrity.

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Management Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring all asset related transactions are updated in the asset management system and reconciled to the general ledger. You will be responsible for preparation of the monthly Infrastructure Property Plant & Equipment financial statements and associated notes. You will liaise with the Assets Management Team to ensure accurate financial data is maintained in the asset management system. You will coordinate regular stocktakes whilst also regularly monitoring and maintaining Council’s Portable and Attractive Items Register. A main responsibility is to develop and report on the key performance indicators from Council’s assets database. You will join a collaborative, motivational and hardworking team who strives for success.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and attributes:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting and extensive job related experience.
• Sound knowledge and experience in applying accounting procedures and legislation, particularly the Local Government Code of Accounting Practice and Australian Accounting Standards.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in maintaining a computerised Asset Management system.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office suite, particularly a demonstrated ability in advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of issues affecting local government and participation in established industry networks.
• Current Class C drivers licence
• Commitment to living our values of respect, integrity, trust, teamwork and optimism.

As a member of our friendly and passionate team, you will receive the following benefits:

• Permanent full-time, 35 hours per week
• Salary from $96,294.92 - $104,230.40 + 11.5% Super
• Award and Superannuation increase from July 2025.
• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous leave provisions
• Generous professional development opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Corporate fitness and fitness passport available for all staff
• Free onsite parking and convenient office location (directly opposite Campbelltown Station)

Key contact: For further information contact Samantha Joss, Senior Management Accountant on 02 4645 4532

Applications close: 23 March 2025

Sound like you? Apply now!

Campbelltown City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognizes the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.