Statutory Accountant

Come and work as a vital member of our Finance team here at Mareeba Shire Council, located within an easy one-hour drive from Cairns offering a regional lifestyle with all its benefits in relatively close proximity to Cairns.

The Role:

Our Statutory Accountant provides accounting support to the Manager Finance and is responsible for coordinating the delivery of statutory reporting services.  This includes the preparation of financial statements, as well as managing procurement and insurance services to ensure compliance with legislative and organisational requirements.

What we are looking for:

You will be a CPA or Chartered Accountant, or eligible for membership, with demonstrated knowledge and experience in the preparation of annual financial statements, long-term financial plans and tax compliance reporting (including GST, FBT and payroll tax) in accordance with relevant standards, accounting principles, legislation and guidelines You will possess well-developed interpersonal, self-motivation and organisation skills, including a demonstrated ability to effectively liaise, consult and negotiate with Council staff, government officers and members of the community, to work constructively as part of a team or autonomously You will have strong analytical, problem-solving, prioritising, time-management and quality assurance skills combined with a willingness to take the initiative to ensure efficient and effective financial reporting is achieved by all sections within Council You will be competent and comfortable preparing and presenting substantial, complex reports and submissions including the formulation of recommendations to achieve high-quality, customer-focused financial and associated management reporting

What we can offer you:

Permanent, full-time position LGOA Level 7/1 – $105,910 per annum Mareeba Allowance of $2,080 per annum Work/life balance – 19-day month 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading Up to 12% employer superannuation contributions Lifestyle benefits such access to a Fitness Passport Learning and development opportunities Salary sacrificing options

Interested?

Please send the following documents to [email protected]

Cover letter (no more than 500 words) Your current resume Completed Employment Application form

Applications Close: Sunday, 13 April 2025

Contact: For further information about this position contact Elisa Tatti, Manager Finance, on 1300 308 461 (during business hours only).

Mareeba Shire Council is committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce reflective of our community to better meet the needs of our customers.