Vacancy Details

Financial Systems Supervisor

  • Permanent Full Time
  • Monday to Friday, 9-day fortnight, with a supportive work/life balance
  • $120,459 - $127,807 per annum (LGIA Stream A Level 7) + Superannuation 
  • Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

The Finance Section is seeking a driven Financial Systems Supervisor to lead the Financial Systems team and provide specialist and professional advice to the Finance team and wider organisation. 

In this diverse role, you will be responsible for coordinating Council’s overall financial systems framework, system changes, new implementations, and major upgrades and ensure sufficient system controls are in place to minimise any risk to the security of financial and asset information in accordance with statutory requirements, Council policy and the unit’s objectives.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications combined with management experience preferably in a Local Government Environment
  • Strong leadership qualities and experience driving a positive, collaborative and inclusive culture throughout your team
  • Strong skills in the management and oversight of financial systems, particularly TechnologyOne experience
  • Proven ability to deliver accurate and insightful financial systems analysis and reporting.
  • Excellent communicator with strong analytical and problem solving abilities

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

  • Supportive Work/Life Balance
  • A large employer with a strong values driven culture
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Corporate membership discounts
  • Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
  • 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Wages paid fortnightly
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Fitness Passport and active social clubs

 What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

  1. A 2-3 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
  2. Your Current resume.

 Application Criteria

  • Tertiary qualification in a relevant field and significant experience and knowledge of financial systems management and relevant legislation.
  • Excellent analytical skills and experience in financial systems control, analysis and reporting.
  • Well-developed leadership skills and experience with proven ability to mentor and motivate staff to promote a culture of personal growth and delivery of results.

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 23 February 2026 at Midnight (AEST)