Wollondilly Shire Council

2 x Assistant Accountant – Financial Services

Assistant Accountant x 2 

• Picton location

• Temporary Full-Time up to 24 months

• Salary commencing from $87,734 + 12% Superannuation 

• 35-hour week with Flex-Time system 

• Generous and regular flexible working arrangements

About the opportunity: 

Wollondilly Shire Council have two exciting and rare temporary opportunities available for experienced Assistant Accountants to join the Management Accounting Team.

These positions will provide exposure to the entirety of the Financial Services Section including, Management Accounting, Revenue and Accounting Services . Reporting directly to the Team Leader Management Accounting, you will provide financial accounting services as required by Council and external organisations and ensure the integrity of data within Council’s financial information system.. 

To succeed in this position, you will meet the following criteria: 

• Proven ability to develop and maintain complex spreadsheets and databases.

• Demonstrated understanding of, and ability to use, Corporate Information Systems and other computer applications to meet business needs.

• Demonstrated understanding of the relationships between various accounting sub-modules

• Demonstrated ability to show initiative and innovation when investigating, analysing & solving problems or taking advantage of opportunities.

• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to apply accounting principles

• Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision in a team environment.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (written & oral) with all levels in the organisation on all matters relevant to the position.

• Demonstrated provision of timely, accurate and professional customer service to internal and external customers.

• Tertiary Qualifications in accounting or currently studying towards.

What we can offer you:

Located on Sydney’s southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km² of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and vibrant, welcoming communities.

Delivering exceptional, high-performing services to our community is fundamental in what we do. We continuously seek opportunities to strengthen our service delivery and require experienced and qualified professionals to join us in Making Wollondilly even better, together. We actively cultivate a positive and supportive work environment, providing a variety of benefits to support, reward and actively engage our workforce including;

• Learn, develop and grow your career with our Growth Learning Program

• Be acknowledged in our STAR Reward and Recognition program  

• Participate in our Educational Assistance Program

• Stay connected with our Health & Wellbeing programs

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Want to find out more?

Further Information: Lucy Grima, Team Leader Management Accounting, 02 4677 9612

Applications Close: 5:00pm Monday, 6 July 2026

Only applications received via Council’s online recruitment platform will be considered. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or have unlimited work rights in Australia without visa restrictions.

All positions are engaged Monday to Sunday (except otherwise stated) in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award.

Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks which include a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening), police clearance, qualification and bankruptcy verification, and a valid WWCC.

Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture. We uphold our responsibility as a child-safe organisation, dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of children and young people. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. We actively provide reasonable adjustments ensuring applicants are supported throughout the recruitment process.