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Accounting Officer
Our amazing people create long lasting positive impact for our community. If you want to shape the region for the future, join the team.
Permanent Full-time
Closes in 2 days
Closes Wed 28 August 2026
Closes
Wed 28 August 2026
Category
Finance
Location
Maroochydore
Type
Permanent Full-time
$77K – $83K Total Remuneration Package
$68K – $74K Base Salary
Location: Maroochydore
Vacancy No: 5440
Permanent - Full-time
Applications close: Wednesday, 28 August 2026 11:5+pm AEST
Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.
About the Role
The Finance Branch is responsible for the financial management and governance, ensuring effective business management and legislative compliance.
You will provide high quality accounts payable services to both internal and external customers, working on a partnership basis to ensure the business can achieve its goals.
About you
To be successful in this role you would have experience in providing high quality accounts payable services to both internal and external customers, working on a partnership basis to ensure the business can achieve its goals.
You will contribute to the continual improvement of council processes, policies and procedures that support the activities of the Accounts Payable Team and branch.
You will communicate both verbally and in written form with Council Officers and external contacts ensuring timely, accurate, customer-focused responses are provided whilst complying with all applicable procedures and legislation.
As a requirement of this role, you will possess a Certificate III in Business Administration or similar or equivalent relevant experience in similar finance based roles.
You would have a demonstrated understanding of relevant computer applications (including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and financial systems), and demonstrated understanding of high-level data processing, and demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
Appointment to this position is subject to the satisfactory completion of a Criminal History Check.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a +-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices. We also pay you 17.5% leave loading and generous Superannuation where council will contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution.
How to apply
Your written application should include:
A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2026-2027.
For specific enquiries contact Paula Burrows during business hours on 07 5441 8135.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and ****** orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
Accounting Officer
Our amazing people create long lasting positive impact for our community. If you want to shape the region for the future, join the team.
Permanent Full-time
Closes in 2 days
Closes Wed 28 August 2026
Closes
Wed 28 August 2026
Category
Finance
Location
Maroochydore
Type
Permanent Full-time
$77K – $83K Total Remuneration Package
$68K – $74K Base Salary
Location: Maroochydore
Vacancy No: 5440
Permanent - Full-time
Applications close: Wednesday, 28 August 2026 11:5+pm AEST
Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.
About the Role
The Finance Branch is responsible for the financial management and governance, ensuring effective business management and legislative compliance.
You will provide high quality accounts payable services to both internal and external customers, working on a partnership basis to ensure the business can achieve its goals.
About you
To be successful in this role you would have experience in providing high quality accounts payable services to both internal and external customers, working on a partnership basis to ensure the business can achieve its goals.
You will contribute to the continual improvement of council processes, policies and procedures that support the activities of the Accounts Payable Team and branch.
You will communicate both verbally and in written form with Council Officers and external contacts ensuring timely, accurate, customer-focused responses are provided whilst complying with all applicable procedures and legislation.
As a requirement of this role, you will possess a Certificate III in Business Administration or similar or equivalent relevant experience in similar finance based roles.
You would have a demonstrated understanding of relevant computer applications (including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and financial systems), and demonstrated understanding of high-level data processing, and demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
Appointment to this position is subject to the satisfactory completion of a Criminal History Check.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a +-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices. We also pay you 17.5% leave loading and generous Superannuation where council will contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution.
How to apply
Your written application should include:
A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2026-2027.
For specific enquiries contact Paula Burrows during business hours on 07 5441 8135.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and ****** orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Accounting Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Maroochydore offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.