Senior Revenue Officer

About the opportunity

We are excited to announce an opening for a Senior Revenue Officer within our Council. This newly created role offers an exceptional opportunity to assist and support the Team Leader in managing the rates and charges function while playing a key role in advancing the Council’s Strategic Plan related to our revenue stream.

In this position, you will be responsible for aiding the Team Leader in overseeing the rates and charges operations, ensuring alignment with the Council’s strategic objectives. Your contributions will be vital in executing and enhancing our revenue strategies.

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration:

$79,228 - $91,738 per annum plus superannuation 

The Benefits

• Full-time 35 Hours per week
• Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements, option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• 12% superannuation 
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members 
• Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site
• Free flu vaccination program
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley! 

About you:

The successful candidate will possess extensive experience in revenue management along with a thorough knowledge of financial systems and operations. You should excel in handling intricate revenue-related tasks and achieving strategic goals. A Certificate IV in accounting, financial management, business management, or a similar field is a must. 

What's next?

If you are a proactive and experienced professional with a track record of managing revenue functions effectively, we encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume and cover letter. 

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us:

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 26 September 2024 at 11.30pm

Who to Contact: Arun Varghese, Finance Coordinator on (02) 4993 4263

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.