Job description

• Attractive Hourly Rate
  
• Be a part of capable and supportive team with a flexible work culture
  
• Located in the friendly coastal community - Weipa
  

The Opportunity
Weipa is located 900km north-west of Cairns on the Gulf of Carpentaria and has been operating for over 50 years. Over the years, it has developed into a vibrant and diverse cultural hub of the Western Cape. Weipa offers a coastal community rich in geographical beauty and cultural heritage that provides families with opportunities to participate in leisure activities, sports and community events. With a strong sense of community, the region has plenty of natural beauty to offer including the opportunities for boating, fishing, camping and exploring
About the Role:
The Weipa Town Authority (WTA) acts as a Local Government authority in the Township of Weipa on behalf of Rio Tinto. Working on a Monday to Friday roster and reporting to the Coordinator Corporate Services, the Accounting Officer is responsible for:
Rates revenue

• Key liaison with Governing bodies and agencies
  
• Control, review and updates for general & water rates database, including service charges and differential rate categories and assessment maintenance
  
• Coordination of bi-yearly rates levy issue in an accurate and timely manner
  
• Ensuring council rates related policies and procedures are up to date
  
• Review of property rates search certificates
  

Finance

• Responsible for the Finance function of the WTA including the month end processing, reporting of BAS and fixed asset register.
  
• Liaison with Rio Tinto Finance department for end of month mapping to the RT SAP system.
  
• Accountability of the financial processes and controls, financial reporting, revenue billing and collection (including rates).
  
• Support in preparation of annual planning and budgeting, including operational and capital budgets in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and legislation.
  
• Key stakeholder for the Annual Financial Audit.
  
• Supporting grant applications, administration and acquittals.
  
• Ensuring finance related policies and procedures are up to date.
  

Health and Safety

• Actively participate in the development of a safety culture within WTA
  
• Demonstrate a zero tolerance for unsafe practices and procedures.
  

About you
To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• Previous financial administration experience and qualifications
  
• High-level computer literacy (Accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite Word / Excel)
  
• Well-developed time management and prioritisation skills
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work well in a team and autonomously
  
• A current Queensland C (Car) class driver licence
  
• A proactive approach towards personal and team Health, Safety, Environment & Community awareness.
  
• Bachelors degree in a related field with previous accounting experience
  
• Previous experience in Local Government
  
• Previous experience with the MagiQ Software suite
  

Job Reference Number: 7396J202124954

How to Apply:
Click on the Apply button or for more information please contact:
WorkPac Recruitment Co-ordinator: Mikaela Hammermeister on (07) 4800 3701 quoting the above reference number.

About WorkPac
WorkPac is Australias leading, privately owned recruitment provider to the mining, construction, engineering, light industrial and healthcare sectors. We are proud to partner with some of the countrys leading companies to deliver rewarding permanent, contract, temporary and traineeship recruitment opportunities.
At WorkPac, we recognise we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.