FINANCE OFFICER

Mitchell Shire Council has embarked on Victoria’s last great story of growth.

Located just 40 minutes from Melbourne where the city meets the country, we’re renowned for our scenic beauty that’s rich in both history and heritage. We’re home to a mix of beautiful natural landscapes, townships and emerging communities in some of Australia’s fastest-growing suburbs.

Come join a Local Government Organisation offering a fantastic opportunity for Community, Opportunity and Growth for the right applicant.

This is your opportunity to join a supportive organisation in an area with a projected population growth of 181,591 people.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an organised and astute finance officer preferably with strong accounts payable experience to join us for an exciting 12- 14 month (part time 0.7 FTE/3.5 days a week) maternity leave cover starting July 2025

At Mitchell Shire Council the Finance Officer works with all areas of the organisation to provide a customer-focused finance service.

You would be responsible for:

• Management of the payment process including processing, system management and improvements, payments, remitting and reconciling
• Initiating payment runs to generate electronic funds transfer payments and BPAY Payments for regular suppliers and generate associated reports
• Routine investigation of enquiries as directed
• Provide internal and external customer service including training and managing enquiries
• Maintain petty cash and process reimbursements

This role is a fixed term, part time opportunity with remuneration beginning at $69.2K (Band 4) plus superannuation (pro-rata).

About You

Our ideal candidate will have the following experience/attributes:

• Excellent verbal, written and numerical abilities.
• Be capable of working independently and with high attention to detail
• Ensure processes are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Extensive use of computers and database maintenance.
• People focused and outcomes driven and be able to work with enthusiasm and in a positive manner.

If you have the right attitude and would like to make a mark for yourself with an entry role into Finance, this is the role for you. Please note that training and support will be provided in all areas for the right candidate to grow and flourish.

For further information about this role please contact Avish Muthreja, Financial Accounting Coordinator on 03 5734 6266

All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria in the position description. For information on how to apply, please visit our Careers page.

Mitchell Shire Council are a Child Safe Organisation. The successful applicant will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check, prior to commencement. Mitchell Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace.

Applications close at 5pm Monday 2 June 2025.