We Are East Gippsland Shire

East Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia's largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included!

East Gippsland Shire Council is a large regional council covering 10% of Victoria. With a workforce of passionate community members, EGSC offers challenging and rewarding skills development and the ability to work with a range of teams across a range of locations.

A unique blend of nature, culture, and recreational opportunities, East Gippsland Shire is a captivating destination for those looking to broaden their skills whilst enjoying an enviable lifestyle.

The Opportunity

As a Finance Officer, you'll be experienced in financial accounting, preferably within a local government context. You'll look after monthly reconciliations, year-end processes, supporting with audits and assisting with the compilation of annual budgets.

You'll also be responsible for the preparation of various financial reporting requirements, managing Council's banking software, monthly and year end accrual journals BAS returns, accounts receivable and managing cash and investments.

This is a full-time, limited tenure opportunity to May 2026 and is based in Bairnsdale.

About You (Key Selection Criteria)

• Tertiary degree or diploma qualification in a business-related discipline is preferred.
• Demonstrated substantial senior financial accounting experience preferably within the local government sector.
• Extensive experience in managing cash and investments for a large organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, and under limited supervision.
• Sound demonstrated communication skills and ability to liaise with various levels of staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to create and analyse spreadsheets.

If successful, you will need to undertake a police check. You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.

Why you'll love EGSC:

Work-Life Balance:

• 60/40 Hybrid office/WFH options
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Flexible start and finish times
• Extra time off over Christmas
• Discounted memberships to our Recreation Centres

Competitive Salaries:

• Banded salaries with built in yearly increases!
• Annual leave loading paid as a lump sum in December!

A Supportive environment:

• 17 weeks paid parental leave
• Additional special leave available for chronic health conditions and other special needs
• Learning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the opportunity to develop your career!
• Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need it
• Staff consultative committee - management consult staff on big decisions

How To Apply

If this sounds like your next move, apply now and attach:

1. A cover letter sharing why you are interested in the role and why you're the best canddiate
2. Your resume
3. Responses detailing how your skills and experience meet each of the key selection criteria.

Applications close at 11.59pmon 9 November 2025.

Questions? For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact Gowry Pushpanathan, Financial Services Coordinatoron (03) 5153 9500.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.