GREATER GEELONG: BUILDING OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH ENTERPRISE, OPPORTUNITY AND INNOVATION IN A QUALITY ENVIRONMENT
POSITION TITLE:
Accounting Officer
POSITION NUMBER:
0230
DIVISION:
Strategy and Performance
DEPARTMENT:
Financial Services
CLASSIFICATION:
Band 5
REPORTS TO:
Coordinator Financial Reporting.
DIRECTLY MANAGES:
N/A
INTERNAL LIAISONS:
Council Staff
EXTERNAL LIAISONS:
Government departments, Statutory Authorities,
Auditors.
DATE:
February 2017
POSITION OBJECTIVES:
This is a multi-skilled position that contributes to the operational success of the Financial
Reporting through the provision of accurate and timely maintenance of Council financial
information.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Key Responsibilities:
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Assist with journal input, ledger update and error correction as required.
Prepare reconciliations.
Provide backup for the administration of the Purchasing Card online system.
Provide backup for the completion of the monthly BAS statement
Make a positive personal contribution to the successful operation of the Financial Reporting
team by participating in the development of it into an efficient, effective and customer-focused
team operating as a business unit with a strong commercial focus.
6. Complete administrative functions in an accurate and timely manner including the use of
computer systems.
7. Adhere to all Council’s policies and procedures relevant to this position.
8. Carry out other duties as deemed reasonable and appropriate to the role as directed from time
to time.
Values:
Our values represent who we are and who we aspire to be. They are the tools to create the
workplace culture we want. We are all accountable for this.
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Respect and encourage each other
Create a healthy and safe environment for all
Embrace new ideas and better ways to work
Make people the centre of our business
Risk Management and Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities:
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Understand and comply with Council OHS policies, procedures and legislative requirements
relevant to the position.
Perform work in a safe and appropriate manner.
Ensure behaviour does not discriminate, bully or harass others.
Take responsibility for own safety and that of others.
Proactively report any incidents, injuries, hazards or unsafe work practices.
The following general physical and functional requirements may apply to this position. Specific
physical requirements will be attached if applicable.
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Manual handling tasks.
Prolonged periods of inactivity eg. sitting at the computer.
Regular keyboarding associated activities.
Long / short distance travel between sites.
Dealing with difficult clients and situations.
Demanding deadlines.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:
Essential:
1. Sound experience in financial management and cost analysis.
2. Sound understanding of financial software systems including excel.
3. Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organise and manage own time and to achieve targets
within a set timetable .
4. Strong customer focus and ability to liaise at management level.
Desirable:
5. A tertiary qualification in finance, business management or other relevant discipline.
ACCOUNTABILITY AND EXTENT OF AUTHORITY:
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Contribute to the efficient and effective output of tasks by providing direct support and
assistance to other officers, in accordance with legislative guidelines, customer needs and
nominated timeframes.
Make a positive contribution to the operation and success of the area including process
improvement and a commitment to quality.
This position is required to interact with customers and provide feedback to ensure the highest
level of service is maintained at all times.
Accountable for creating and capturing accurate and complete records of the business
activities related to this position, in accordance with approved policy and procedures. This is
applicable to both hardcopy and electronic information, including email.
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JUDGEMENT AND DECISION MAKING:
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The position involves the completion of allocated tasks and finding solutions to technical
problems.
The objectives are well defined, with the incumbent able to make decisions on the
methodology within the constraints of authorised practices.
Guidance and advice is always available within the time available to make decisions.
SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
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Substantial knowledge of Accounting principles and procedures
Intermediate level Microsoft applications – Excel and Word.
Sound financial reconciliation skills and cost analysis ability.
An appreciation of the goals of the wider organisation.
MANAGEMENT SKILLS:
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Efficient and effective planning and use of own time in the setting of priorities to achieve
specific and set objectives within set time-frames.
Ability to respond positively to change.
Ability to provide input into process improvement and improved customer service.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
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High level oral skills to enable clear and effective communication with staff and clients to assist
with enquiries and to pass on information and instructions.
High level written communication skills to enable effective preparation of draft reports and
correspondence on matters relating to field of expertise.
Ability to demonstrate integrity, responsibility, respect and innovation in all aspects of the
position.
Flexibility to ensure that tasks can be assigned within the office on a needs basis.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
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Satisfactory completion of VCE.
Several years experience in an accounting or finance environment.
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HOW TO APPLY
Applications close:
5:00pm Friday 7 April 2017
Contact Person:
Kathy Fulton, Coordinator Financial Reporting, 5272 4613
Submit your online application at https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/employment
If you are unable to submit an online application please send your application to:
Recruitment Administration Officer
Organisation Development
City of Greater Geelong
PO Box 104
GEELONG VIC 3220
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