About Us:

Tammin is a boutique Shire, with committed staff and engaged community. We seek your expertise to continue to provide excellence in serving the community and Shire.

Only 2 hrs drive from Perth along Great Eastern Highway, the successful applicant will be based in the town site of Tammin, where the Shire offices and depot are also located. The area offers a great lifestyle in a safe, vibrant, close knit country community. The role offers an opportunity to work closely with a strong leadership team and supportive Council to continue to grow the Shire’s excellent customer service focused ethos, to make a real difference in this vibrant Shire.

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Manager of Finance and Administration role includes:

· Staff supervision and overseeing the finance functions of accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, investments, taxation, payroll, rates, and customer service.

· Prepare the monthly financial statements, the annual financial statements, and associated work papers, including monthly reconciliations.

· Assist the Chief Executive Officer and Manager of Technical Services with preparing and managing the annual budget.

· Assist the Chief Executive Officer with managing the audit process and attending to audit queries.

· Ensuring the accounting and financial records of the Council are prepared accurately and in accordance with legislative requirements, accepted accounting standards, council policies and prudent controls.

· Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, maintain the Strategic Resource Plan and undertake scenario modelling as and when required.

· Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, implement and maintain systems for measuring council performance.

The successful candidate will ideally have exceptional organisational skills, time management, problem solving and interpersonal skills while modelling a can-do attitude and is a collaborative team player. Also required, although not limited to:

· Degree in Commerce/Business with a Major in Accounting or equivalent knowledge and experience.

· Extensive knowledge in Accounting and Administration practices and procedures for local government including Australian Accounting Standards, the Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996 and the Local Government Act 1995. Sound analytical skills and accuracy with figures.

· Highly developed record keeping, administrative, problem solving, time management and conflict management skills.

· Sound knowledge of all aspects of office administration.

· Demonstrated experience in a relevant senior position within the local government sector.

· The right to live and work in Australia, Medical and a National Police Clearance

The Package

The position is offered under a performance-based contract of up to five (5) years with an attractive remuneration package, ranging from $150,000 to $175,000. More details of the package inclusions and how to apply for the position are available in the Information Package available on our website.

How to apply

If you want to help contribute to the Shire of Tammin and make a difference to our community, we would like to hear from you!

For further information, including detailed positions descriptions, selection criteria, and conditions of contract please visit the Shire of Tammin website.

Applicants are required to include a cover letter (2 pages maximum) addressing the selection criteria and CV with your application. Applications should be submitted to [email protected].

For further information contact Andrew Malone CEO at the Shire on (08) 9637 0300.

Closing date: 5pm, Monday, 16 June 2025; interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates prior to the closing date. Therefore, the Shire reserves the right to close applications prior to the aforementioned date.