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Key Responsibilities
About you
You are a motivated finance professional who enjoys partnering with operational teams and translating financial information into practical business insights. You have strong technical accounting skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
The Finer Details
This is a temporary part time position until 29 January 2027 working 45.6 hours per fortnight, with a current starting salary of $94,117 per annum (pro-rata) exclusive of superannuation.
Questions
If you have further questions please contact Wendy McGorm, Coordinator Financial Services, on 5559 4866 or wmcgorm@warrnambool.vic.gov.au.
Applications close: 5.00pm Sunday, 9 August 2026.
We are excited to offer two permanent Procurement Business Partner opportunities and are seeking motivated and dedicated professionals with proven experience in end-to-end tendering, procurement, and/or contract management to deliver optimal procurement outcomes across the organisation.
Key responsibilities of this position include:
• Execution of Council’s tendering processes, including administration, analysis,
chairing evaluation panels and preparing tender evaluation and award reports.
• Business Partnering across the organisation to support Contract Management
and Strategic Procurement Planning for allocated business units.
• Driving continuous improvement opportunities to ensure Council’s
commitments to Probity and Best Value are achieved
You will enjoy the benefits of hybrid working arrangements.
For more details on this position, you can download the Position Description or contact Alana Parisi, Coordinator Procurement on 0447 859 628.
Applications close: Midnight, Wednesday 5 August 2026.
Reporting to the Unit Manager Financial Compliance and Control, this newly created Band 7 leadership role sits at the centre of Council’s financial accounting, compliance and financial control functions.
A true technical leadership opportunity, the role combines financial accounting, statutory reporting, asset accounting and internal financial controls with responsibility for overseeing Council’s debt recovery framework and supporting continuous improvement across financial processes.
This role provides the opportunity to become the second in charge within the team, working closely with the Unit Manager across month end reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory financial statements, external audit, accounting policies, internal controls and compliance with Australian Accounting Standards.
Application Process
For a confidential discussion or to receive a copy of the Information Pack, please contact Sarah Kettlewell on 0478 041 199 or sarah@publicsectorpeople.com.au.
Public Sector People are partnering exclusively with the City of Whittlesea on this appointment. All applications and enquiries will be managed by Public Sector People.
Role Closes; Tuesday the 4th of August 2026 at 3pm
Optimise financial success in this partnership role at Bass Coast Shire Council
Full-time temporary | 12-month opportunity | Wonthaggi
$111,049 per annum plus superannuation
Key responsibilities include:
– Partnering with business areas to provide quality financial advice and support.
– Supporting the efficient and effective delivery of Council’s financial, accounting and reporting functions.
– Contributing to the development of Council’s annual budget, long-term financial plan and financial forecasts.
– Leading continuous improvement initiatives, including financial system enhancements and process improvements.
– Leading the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Purchasing Team
For more details on this position, you can download the Position Description by clicking ‘Apply’ or contact Peter Mason, Coordinator Finance on 0417 507 782.
To apply, please attach a resume and short cover letter outlining your interest and suitability to this role.
Applications close: Midnight, Thursday 30 July 2026
· Lead finance operations for a large, diverse bayside municipality
· Manage financial governance, service support and performance outcomes
The successful candidate must be a CPA, with proven experience managing financial operations, building team capability and delivering outcomes in a complex, highly regulated environment. Local government experience is desirable but not essential; however, strong governance expertise, strategic financial discipline, stakeholder management and sound judgement will be critical to your success.
The Manager Finance will foster a positive, inclusive and accountable culture, support financial confidence across the organisation and contribute to Kingston’s delivery of high-quality services and community outcomes.
A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applications close: Tuesday, 4 August 2026.
Confidential enquiries: Christine – 0409 380 385 or Tim – 0408 346 696
