Finance Officer - Maximum Term - 12 Months

About the role

Bathurst Regional Council is seeking a Finance Officer to join the Financial Services Team for a Maximum Term Contract of 12 months - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements will be considered for this role.

You’ll play an important role in supporting sound financial decision-making and helping Council deliver sustainable services to our local community.

• Drive effective financial management by overseeing designated cost centres, supporting budget preparation, analysing variances and delivering clear, accurate and timely monthly financial reports that help managers make informed decisions.
• Turn financial data into meaningful insights by maintaining the integrity of Council’s general ledger and ensuring accurate, reliable and timely financial information is available to support Council operations and strategic priorities.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture by promoting teamwork, collaboration, cooperation and a professional and courteous approach in everything you do.

Essential Criteria

• Previous accounting/costing experience.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Computer experience with emphasis on Excel or similar.
• Proven experience working in a team environment.
• A current class C Drivers Licence.
• A demonstrated understanding of budgeting principals.
• Experience in Local Government.
• Degree in Accounting/Business or equivalent or evidence of satisfactory progression towards attaining appropriate qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Civica local government accounting software, or similar systems.

Want To Know More?

Salary: $1,403.60 to $1,474.68 per week + 12% superannuation

Position Status: Maximum Term – 12 months – Full-time

Hours of work:  Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:45 pm - 35 hours per week with an RDO every third week – Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements will be considered for this role.

Application closing date: Sunday, 20 September 2026, at 11.30 pm

Contact Officer: Tony Burgoyne – Manager Financial Services - 02 6333 6291

What We Can Offer

Work Life Balance enjoy a rostered day off every third week to recharge and reset

Generous Leave Entitlements to support your personal and family needs

Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services

How to Apply?

To apply,  please click Apply. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You will need to upload a Resume to complete the application.

You can  save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date. Unfortunately, applications that are not completed by the closing date and time will not be considered.

Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. 

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation. Employment is subject to relevant pre-employment screening, which may include a Working with Children Check where required.