- Ensuring Council meets all legislative, regulatory and policy obligations related to the calculation and levying of rates and associated charges, and management of payments due to Council.
- Leading the preparation of revenue forecasts and development of annual rating scenarios for inclusion in Council's Operational Plan.
- Leading the administration of Council's rates and water billing functions, including distribution of notices, responding to enquiries, property valuation adjustments, and administration of pensioner concessions.
- Accurately maintaining Council's rates register within the corporate system.
- Managing the Accounts Receivable functions of Council.
- Managing and administering Council's Hardship Policy and debt management framework.
- Managing property transfers and the issue of Certificates under Section 603 of the Local Government Act 1993.
- Preparing statutory financial reports and returns.
- Reviewing internal control systems and processes to ensure continuous improvement and compliance.
- Contributing to ensuring a successful and smooth annual financial auditing process.
- Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Work from home
- Rostered Day Off
- 9-day fortnight
- 4-day week
- Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
- Domestic + Family Violence Leave
- Training Courses + Professional Development
- Education Assistance
- Leadership Development Program
- 'Grow our Own' Program
- ESSPecialist Program Awards
- Service Awards
- Be Valued Recognition Program
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Coordinator Revenue - Singleton, Australia - Singleton Council
Description
At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.
Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales' largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.
Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.
We're committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
ADD VALUE - THE ROLE
As Coordinator Revenue you will lead a small team to administer and manage Council's rating, water billing and debt management functions. You will also be accountable fo r managing payments owed to Council, including invoicing and statements.
You will have a tertiary qualification in accounting, finance or a related discipline and demonstrated experience managing the Rates process in a Local Government environment . Knowledge of the Local Government Act, Strata Titles Act and Valuation of Land Act in areas pertaining to rates and land valuations is essential.
You will be responsible for:
Contemporary experience in rates accounting and management in a NSW Local Government environment as well as p revious experience with the Civica Authority software applications will be well regarded.
This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 35 hours per week.
Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 12 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $87,136 - $98,016 per annum plus superannuation.
BE VALUED - THE REWARD
Your flexible work benefits may include:
Your leave benefits include:
Your reward + recognition benefits include:
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.
Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.
For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Kelly McGowan, Chief Financial Officer on .
To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.
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Do you have the right to work in Australia?
(Note: If you are in Australia on a Visa you will be required to provide evidence if you are selected to attend an interview. In proceeding with your application you provide Singleton Council with consent to verify you right to work. For more information on working in Australia visit - ) *