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Senior Asset Accountant – FS951 (Fixed Term Full Time until August 2022)
Salary Range: $84,243.60 - $89,672.50 pro-rata per annum
Location: 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns
Reference Number: 13227
Close Date: Monday, 13 July 2020
Are you looking for an exciting career in a Local Government organisation?
Do you enjoy being a part of a team?
Are you seeking an opportunity that offers a Work Life Balance?
If you answered yes to these questions then we would love to hear from you!
Enhance your career by joining Cairns Regional Council, one of the largest employers in the Cairns region. Our commitment to delivering high quality services to the community means we need talented, committed people – we need you!
Cairns Regional Council is currently seeking a Senior Asset Accountant to join our Finance Department.
Primary Objective of the position:
- Partnering with the business to implement Councils Asset Management Strategy through the integration and alignment of the Fixed Asset Register and Asset Management Plans (AMPs)
- Coordinate Council's asset revaluation program including re-assessments of useful lives and accuracy of outcomes of comprehensive and index based revaluations
- Delivery of timely financial reporting on the value of Council's property, plant and equipment
- Preparation of robust forecasts for the revaluation and depreciation outcomes for Council's property, plant and equipment on a regular basis
To be successful in this role you must have:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications
- Certified Practising Accountant status (CPA Australia) or Chartered Accountant (ICA Australia) or significant progress toward certification
- Experience in a relevant senior accounting/finance role within the commercial or government sector
- Sound knowledge of financial administration legislation, accounting, auditing and financial management standards, practices and procedures and the ability to develop policies and assess financial ramification of proposals
- Demonstrated high-level verbal and written communication skills; well-developed interpersonal skills; and an ability to build relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria please ensure you obtain a copy of the information kit and how to apply by scrolling to the Position Description area, then clicking on "Open" to download the attachment.
How to Apply:
Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:
- Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
- Copy of your Resume.
Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.
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Pre-Employment Assessment:
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following assessments/checks:
- Pre‑employment medical assessment, which will include a functional capacity and a drug and alcohol test
- National Police/Criminal History Check
- Practical Assessment
- Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
- Computer Skills Assessment
- Qualification/Licence Verification
- Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
- Right to Work in Australia Check
- Directorship Check
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Employment Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:
- Permanent resident of Australia
- Australian Citizen
- New Zealand Citizen
- Entitlement to Work Visa
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We offer the following benefits:
- 19 day month
- Up to 5 weeks’ annual leave
- 12% contribution to superannuation
- Annual leave loading
- Subsidised Corporate Uniform
- Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym/swimming pool)
- On-going opportunities for learning and professional development relevant to the position
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