Finance Officer (Works) (Barcaldine)

JOB NO: BARC517 LOCATION: BARCALDINE Who we are: Barcaldine Regional Council is a dynamic and inclusive organisation, dedicated to fostering a supportive, diverse, and empowering environment for all employees. We believe in unlocking the full potential of our team members through continuous development and collaboration. Join us in creating a thriving community where everyone can contribute and succeed! About the Region: If you need a break from the city lifestyle and are seeking a better work/life balance, Barcaldine Regional Council is waiting for you! Embrace the opportunity to work in a supportive, community-focused environment while enjoying the tranquillity and charm of regional living. About the Role: Join our team as a part-time Finance Officer for our Works Department! Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for numbers and a passion for keeping financial processes running smoothly? We're looking for a skilled Finance Officer to join our team in Barcaldine for a 12-month period. Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the primary finance liaison for the Department of Works, ensuring timely and accurate processing of all financial transactions and administrative activities that support the department’s revenue generation and project delivery functions.
- Raise and manage Purchase Orders (POs) in accordance with Council’s Procurement Policy and delegations, ensuring all orders are correctly authorised, coded, and recorded against the relevant budget cost centres.
- Set up, maintain, and monitor job cost numbers and work orders for all Department of Works projects, ensuring accurate and current allocation of costs to the correct operational and capital cost centres.
- Provide regular and accurate financial reporting to the Department of Works management team, supporting visibility of expenditure against budget and project cost tracking.
- Take a proactive approach to following up outstanding financial matters with the Department of Works, reducing the administrative burden on the broader Finance team and improving the efficiency and accuracy of financial processes.
- Provide effective administrative and financial support to the Finance team and Department of Works, including receipting, banking, procurement tasks, and document management.
- Ensure records and systems within the Officer’s control are maintained in accordance with legislative requirements, and that the confidentiality and integrity of this data is upheld.
- Handle telephone and written inquiries, relay messages, and provide qualified customer service to internal and external stakeholders. Position Specifics:
- Location: This position is based in Aramac with Regional work and travel as required.
- Classification Level: Minimum level 3.1 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award
- State 2017, and the Barcaldine Regional Council Certified Agreement 2025.
- Payment of Wages: Council employees are paid fortnightly.
- Hours of work: This is a part-time, fixed-term role with up to 24.5 hours per fortnight.
- Equal Opportunity: Barcaldine Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and all suitably qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. If you thrive in a structured environment, have strong organisational skills, and are committed to excellence in financial management, we'd love to hear from you! Closing date: Sunday, 7 June 2026 at 11:59pm What You'll Need:
- Relevant formal qualifications in an appropriate field is highly regarded;
- Current QLD class 'C' Driver Licence;
- Strong numeracy and high-level data entry skills;
- Analytical problem-solving abilities and solution development;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and records management systems;
- Excellent customer service skills for internal and external clients;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Effective self-management and time management, with the ability to work independently. For more information please contact Human Resources via email Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qx931