Vacancy Details

Finance Business Partner – Assets 

  • Full-Time Permanent Role 
  • Salary from $93,941.00 to $104,565.00 plus superannuation 
  • Great work-life balance with flexible working options available 

Wodonga Council  

Are you a local looking for a career change or do want to escape city life and experience the regional lifestyle? Wodonga Council provides high-quality services across the community and is a values-driven organisation committed to building healthy and engaged teams that benefit from our flexible work options, health and wellbeing initiatives, and development opportunities. We recognise the importance of balancing work and life and understand that priorities change with time. At Wodonga Council, we offer meaningful work and take pride in what we do. 

The role 

As the Finance Business Partner - Assets, your primary responsibilities include supporting the development and maintenance of a rolling 10-year Capital Program, identifying and calculating all asset capitalizations, depreciation, revaluations, and disposals through TechOne, and identifying and monitoring monetary contributions from developers and associated capital expenditures. Additionally, you will be responsible for providing financial modelling and reports as required. 

Key aspects of the role include the following. 

10 Year Capital Program 

  • Supporting the Assets and Projects Team to develop and maintain a rolling 10 Year Capital Program that:  
  • Adheres to internal budget principles and assumptions and external legislation and regulations, e.g., the Local Government Act 2020 (Vic) and Australian Accounting Standards;  
  • Conforms to the required format for incorporation into the long-term financial plan; and  
  • Provides an accurate depiction of all new and renewal capital projects, along with their associated initial and ongoing costs. 

Asset Capitalisation, Depreciation, Revaluations and Disposals 

  • Collaborate with the Assets and Projects Team to identify and calculate/process through TechOne all asset capitalizations, depreciation, revaluations and disposals in accordance with accounting policies and external legislation and regulations, e.g., the Local Government Act 2020 (Vic) and Australian Accounting Standards.  
  • Forecast depreciation based on the 10 Year Capital Program for the long-term financial plan.  

Monetary Developer Contributions and Associated Expenditure 

  • Identify and monitor monetary contributions from developers and associated capital expenditures, and provide reports as required. 

Further details about the position are available in the Position Description, which is downloaded from www.wodonga.vic.gov.au/careers   

 

Key Selection Criteria:  

Our ideal candidate will be able to show us the following. 

  • Relevant Tertiary Qualifications: Possession of tertiary qualifications in accounting and/or financial management, exemplified by a Bachelor of Business with a specialization in accounting and/or finance, ensuring a strong foundation in financial principles and practices. 
  • Professional Membership or progress towards Certification: Demonstrated membership or significant progress towards membership in a recognized professional body such as Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA), or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), indicating a commitment to professional development and adherence to industry standards. 
  • Proven Experience in Accounting and Financial Management: A minimum of three years' hands-on experience in accounting and/or financial management roles, showcasing practical expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and strategic decision-making. 
  • Advanced Proficiency in Budgeting Techniques: Mastery in budgeting techniques, encompassing advanced skills in activity-based costing and rolling forecasts. Ability to develop comprehensive budget plans aligned with organizational objectives and adapt to changing business dynamics. 
  • Exceptional Communication Skills: Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities, enabling effective articulation of complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. Capable of distilling intricate financial information into clear and concise messages tailored to diverse audiences.  
  • Strong Interpersonal Abilities: Proven track record of fostering and maintaining productive relationships with internal and external business partners. Skillful in interpersonal communication, facilitating collaboration, and driving mutually beneficial outcomes.  

How to Apply 

Visit our website www.wodonga.vic.gov.au/careers 

Use the “apply” button to commence your application. 

Applicants will be required to;  

  • When you apply, there will be text fields to type and address the key selection criteria as outlined above  
  • Upload a brief cover letter  
  • Upload a current resume 

 

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following. 

  • A copy of a recent National Police Check (less than 3 months) 
  • A current driver’s licence 
  • Any other mandatory requirements outlined in the position description (e.g. CA/CPA/CFA Membership). 

The completion of a pre-employment functional assessment (paid for by the council) might also be required. 

If applicable, evidence regarding right to work in Australia will need to be presented. 

Enquiries 

Finance Manager – Brent Quill – 02 6022 9381 | [email protected] 

Applications close 11.59pm, Monday August 12, 2024