The details:

Join City of Moreton Bay in this key leadership role, and help drive an efficient financial services function that supports our council to shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow.

Leading a team of 30+ you will be responsible for the effective delivery of the following integral financial functions:

• Financial Modelling
• Rating and Property
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable and Collections
• Payroll

We will look to you to foster teamwork, innovation and excellence by driving a work environment that encourages participation and a “One Council” approach to delivering services to our communities. You'll also:

• Undertake complex financial modelling to inform Council decisions and strategic direction with regard to financial sustainability.
• Develop and administer financial models for the revenue-side of Council’s budget and forecasts, inclusive of estimating growth in the rateable properties of Council, separate charges, utility charges and the impact of changes to the value of each property.
• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of all Financial Operations policies and processes, with particular emphasis on improving customer experience and automating routine processes where appropriate.

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About you

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Experience in delivering financial functions within a similar organisation in size and complexity, ideally Local Government.
• Experience in financial modelling and presentation of financial data to provide insights into key decision making processes.
• Exceptional leadership abilities, with a track record in managing and growing the capability of a team.
• Ability to think outside the box and drive process enhancements to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Analytical and outcome focused approach, with the ability to manage competing demands in a complex environment.
• Open and transparent communication style, including the ability to gain trust and elicit support from others.

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work-from-home days.
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline and Mates in Construction program.
• Our Caboolture and Strathpine offices have local parking on site and are close to public transport networks, making for an easy commute.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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See it. Shape it. Live It.