Financial Accountant (3454) – Temporary Full Time, up to October 2026
(Maternity Relief)

About Us

The Livingstone Shire sits nestled along the beautiful Capricorn Coast and covers approximately 11,776 square kilometres, with a population of almost 41,000 residents. Livingstone Shire Council was created in 2013 and employs approximately 400 people.

Livingstone and the Capricorn Coast is a relaxed coastal environment in which connecting with family, friends and the community is a high priority. The area has an abundance of natural features including countless beaches with sheltered swimming, picturesque national parks, pristine rainforests and idyllic offshore islands, making it an ideal place to live. Our beaches, bushes and tropical rainforests are second to none and have been specifically preserved, designed and transformed to show the unique, untouched charm of Livingstone.

Livingstone Shire Council promotes a positive culture in the workplace with all staff demonstrating high standards of Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential and Positivity. These values and behaviours set the standard for Council and are embodied throughout the organisation.

The Role:

This temporary fixed term opportunity is a maternity relief appointment, and you will cover for a valued team member on parental leave and will join a collaborative team that values accountability, teamwork, community, potential and positivity and we are now looking to appoint a qualified, professional Accountant to join Council’s accounting team.

This position will act as a business partner to the wider organisation providing accounting support on a broad range of financial activities and candidates will have experience with financial statements and preparation of supporting documentation, and have a working knowledge of financial audit functions, Australian Accounting Standards and of relevant legislation.

The successful candidate will hold tertiary qualification and understanding of accounting principles, and demonstrable communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills. Ideally, we are looking for candidates who have a thorough understanding of financial practices and compliance along with exceptional customer service, analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to effectively work as a member of a team.

Qualified and experience Accountants are invited to submit an application today!

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

An undergraduate degree or higher with a major in accounting/finance/commerce or another closely related discipline with previous experience in financial accounting functions.

Previous experience in operating Council’s current financial operating systems (Finance One and Pathways) or demonstrated past experience in quickly learning and effectively operating corporate financial systems.

Eligibility for membership of CPA Australia, Institute of Chartered Accountants, or other professional accounting body.

Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle driver’s licence.

Benefits:

QLGIA (Stream A) Level 5 - $94,341 p/a - plus knowing your work makes a real impact across Council and for the community!

Fortnightly RDOs - because balance matters and we value work/life balance

Salary packing options - to help you make the most of your earnings.

12% employer superannuation – we’re invested in your future

A values-driven culture - where safety, innovation, and continuous improvement are more than just words—they’re how we work, every day.

If you are ready to submit your application, please address the selection criteria on the recruitment portal and supply a copy of your resume, qualifications/ licences.

Applications close Monday, 14 July 2025 at midnight (AEST).

Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.