Career opportunities with New England Weeds Authority
The New England Weeds Authority (NEWA) is a single purpose County Council that provides services in the area of Biosecurity management (weed control, education, biosecurity inspections and compliance monitoring). More information about NEWA can be found on this website -About Us.
Finance & Administration Manager – Permanent, part-time position
The position of Finance & Administration Manager is responsible for providing effective and efficient management of NEWA’s accounts receivable (invoicing), accounts payable, capital expenditure and payroll functions; in conjunction with NEWA’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The role is responsible for the maintenance of NEWA’s business systems, including XERO, and the Document Management system. Administrative functions include planning travel and accommodation, mail processing, planning and coordinating events and office equipment and supplies.
Flexible working hours are available from 25 to 35 hours 4 days per week, subject to agreement, to suit an employee with school age children or other commitments.
Further details of this role are provided by clicking below and reviewing the attached Position Description.
Download Position Description - Finance and Administration Officer
About you
You are known for your attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality in all that you do. You enjoy working in a small, collaborative team of motivated people and providing financial and administrative support and advice. You have excellent time management skills.
You take pride in the excellent customer service you consistently provide to both internal and external customers, by promoting a positive, helpful and friendly environment. You are a thorough planner with excellent computer skills, including ideally experience in using online accounting software.
Here’s what we’re offering
- A competitive salary negotiable from $1,300.20 to $1,408.40 per 35 hour week [pro-rata], plus 11% superannuation;
- Company provided work wear and PPE;
- Mobile phone and notebook computer;
- Long service leave after 5 years;
- Generous leave entitlements and flexi-time working;
- Education and training opportunities to maintain and enhance your professional skills.
How to Apply?
Please respond to the following three questions in your written application:
- Why do you want to work at the New England Weeds Authority (NEWA)?
- What makes you the best person for the job?
- What qualifications and experience do you have that are relevant to this job?
You should also include a copy of your up-to-date resume and a covering letter along with your written application.
Your resume and covering letter will be assessed in accordance with the key accountabilities and essential requirements listed in the Position Description. Contact details of at least two referees who have supervised your work in the recent past should also be provided.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a police check and health assessment.
If you require further information, please contact the General Manager, Tim Weeks on 0457 330 908 or email jobs@newa.nsw.gov.au.
Please email your application and all attachments to jobs@newa.nsw.gov.au. by 25 September 2023.
NEWA is an EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
