Looking for regional work to meet visa requirements or take a short-term finance contract in a welcoming community? Two immediate contract roles (4–6 months) are now open with a local government finance team based in southern regional NSW.
You’ll work on-site in Yass (3 hours from Sydney, 1 hour from Canberra), contributing to essential finance operations that support council services across payroll and accounts payable. There are two contract roles available:
Senior Finance Officer (Up to $50/hr)- End-to-end payroll processing, including terminations and super
- Manage reconciliations for accounts, debtors, and payroll
- Supervise junior staff
- Liaise with internal teams, debtors, and suppliers
- Tertiary qualifications or extensive finance experience required
Finance Officer – AP & Payroll (From $40/hr)- Process invoices and payment runs
- Assist with payroll processing
- Reconcile and maintain accurate records
- Provide support across finance team functions
- Suitable for candidates with strong AP and payroll experience
Ideal for:- Finance professionals on working holiday visas seeking regional employment
- Local candidates with payroll/accounts experience
- Those looking for stable, full-time hours in a council environment
What’s on offer:- $40–$50 per hour depending on experience
- Full-time hours (Monday to Friday)
- Friendly and supportive team
- Gain Australian local government experience
You’ll need:- Proven experience in payroll and/or accounts payable
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work on-site (no remote option)
To discuss this opportunity confidentially, contact
sarah.purdue@bluefinresources.com.au