Finance Manager - Paroo Shire Council

Peak Services

Brisbane QLD

Financial Accounting and Reporting (Accounting)

Full time

120,000 to 140,000 per year

Located in South-West Queensland, Paroo Shire hosts the four townships of Cunnamulla, Eulo, Wyandra, Yowah and spans approximately 48,000 square kilometres. Cunnamulla is the main township and serves as the main civic and commercial centre for the Shire.

Paroo Shire is well serviced with regular transportation options, community centres, health facilities, P-12 education, sports and recreation, retail and dining, as well as a calendar packed with community events.

Reporting to the Director Corporate Services, the Finance Manager is responsible for assisting in maintaining the fiscal health and strategic direction of the Council to achieve long term financial sustainability. You will oversee all financial operations and provide valuable insights to help underpin organisational growth.

Key aspects of the position include:

Strategic insight to deliver financial advice and analysis to enable informed decision-making practices across the whole of organisation

System leadership to drive process improvement and system improvements at an enterprise level

Audit and compliance to perform internal and external audit processes that ensure complete compliance with regulatory standards

Investigation and complex case management to oversee sensitive matters related to financial recovery and remediation

Leadership and capability to oversee the day-t-day operations of AP, AR and creditor functions ensuring adherence to accounting practices and standards

To be successful, you will need to competently demonstrate the following criteria:

Tertiary qualifications in accounting to must be recognised by Australian Professional Accounting bodies 

3+ years experience in an accounting, management accounting, or finance lead role to local government experience is highly desired

We developed systems and software experience to Paroo Shire Council uses Practical Plus Finance System

Preparation, formulation, control, reporting of annual budget and Council’s monthly and end of year accounts and reporting documents

Well-developed analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills in accounting, annual tax reconciliation, FBT, BAS and other related matters

Montor cashflow, debtor management, and cost control measures that present enduring financial stability

Sound understanding of Statutory reporting for the likes of Australian Bureau of Statistics, Department of Housing, Local Government and Planning, Grants and Grants Commission, the ATO and others

The position will be offered on a 3-year fixed term contract.

To Apply

If this sounds of interest, click ‘apply’ and you will be taken through to our website where you can upload your details and request further information.

Applications will close at 10pm on Tuesday 7th April 2026.

Although we may begin reviewing submissions as they are received, please ensure you leave adequate time to complete your application before the closing date and time.

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Email Barry Harvey at Peak Services to schedule a time bharvey@peakservices.com.au