The Accountant - Financial Reporting provides professional accounting support across Council’s grants portfolio and end‑of‑month processes,

ensuring accurate recognition, compliance and reporting, while maintaining strong financial controls. 

What we can offer you: 

• Flexible work options working within operational requirements  
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs 
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities 

What we trust you to deliver: 

• Manage grant accounting treatment, acquittals and liaison with funding bodies. 
• Coordinate end‑of‑month journals, accruals, reconciliations and reporting. 
• Maintain audit‑ready documentation and support the improvement of financial systems. 
• Provide monthly insights, reporting and support for QBRS and LTFP processes. 

What you will need to be successful: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting/Finance (CA/CPA). 
• Strong experience in financial accounting. 
• Advanced Excel and ERP/reporting system capability. 
• Ability to deliver accurate work to deadlines and support stakeholders confidently. 

Full position description: Click Here 

Full Time: 35-hour week. 

Salary: A competitive salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with their relevant skills and experience.

Contact: For a confidential discussion, please contact Nick Harty, Senior Financial Reporting and Operations Accountant at nicholas.harty@lismore.nsw.gov.au.

Closing Date: 6 April 2026 at 9:00am

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