• • Fabulous leadership opportunity with Local Government
  • Oversee key financial reporting and asset accounting activities across Council
  • Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO) + 2 days WFH

Coordinator Financial Accounting

Dynamic leadership opportunity - Drive initiatives and support a broad range of financial and accounting services in the area of asset accounting and financial reporting.

Colac Otway Shire Council has an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to step into the role of Coordinator Financial Accounting and make a meaningful contribution to the organisation and community.

Why join Colac Otway?

This role is an ongoing full-time position, based onsite with 3 days a week at the Colac Otway Shire Council office at Colac, with 2 days' Work-From-Home available, including a Monthly Rostered Day Off.

Located just two hours south-west of Melbourne and one hour from Geelong, Colac Otway offers a unique lifestyle combining career opportunity with the natural beauty of the Great Ocean Road, Otway rainforests and northern lakes. With a strong economy built on primary industries, tourism, and community services, it's a fantastic place to live, work, and grow your career.

What we offer:

• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options
• Monthly RDOs
• A values-driven and supportive culture
• A welcoming, collaborative finance team

About the role

Reporting to the Manager Financial Services, this role provides the opportunity to work closely with a high-performing leadership team and contribute to the delivery of robust financial services across the organisation. You will lead and oversee a range of essential functions, ensuring Council's financial integrity and supporting effective decision-making.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• General Financial Reporting
• Statutory Reporting
• Oversee General Taxation Activities
• Monitor Council Treasury
• Policy Development and Implementation
• Assist internal and external auditors

About you

You are a motivated finance professional who thrives on accuracy, integrity, and delivering outcomes that will support both Council and the community. Alongside your strong technical expertise, you are confident in building relationships across all levels of the organisation. You lead with warmth, clarity, and professionalism, ensuring your team and stakeholders feel supported and engaged.

Your combination of financial acumen and people skills will enable you to influence, guide and build trust across Council.

To be successful, you will need:

• Demonstrated experience working in a similar finance role
• Experience in financial reporting, forecasting, and preparation of financial statements
• Knowledge of accounting standards
• Demonstrated experience in the use of financial systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn, problem solve and contribute to a highly collaborative environment
• Leadership experience would be highly regarded, but if you bring strong technical skills and a people-focused approach, we're open to supporting your leadership growth.

Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline are essential. Previous experience in local government would be highly regarded, but it is not essential.

This is a fantastic career opportunity to grow your leadership experience while working in a supportive and progressive organisation. If you're ready to bring your skills, energy, and passion for financial excellence to Colac Otway Shire Council, we'd love to hear from you.

For a candidate pack or to apply, please visit McArthur here

For a confidential conversation, please contact Danielle Jupp on (03) 9828 6565 or 0403 398 242.

 Applications close: Sunday 24 May 2026

Please do not use the "Application Form" tab above or the "Apply Now" button below to submit your application.  All applications must be submitted to McArthur directly via the link above.