Job Description

$75,392.54 - $80,607.20 + Super | Local Government | Career Growth | Meaningful Community Impact

Build your finance and administration career while supporting essential regional services.

West Daly Regional Council is seeking a motivated Finance & Administration Assistant to support our Corporate Services team in Darwin.

This role supports financial transactions, administrative coordination and financial record management while assisting the finance team to maintain efficient and compliant financial operations across Council.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build experience in finance, administration and local government operations.

Why Join West Daly Regional Council

• Competitive salary: 75,392.54 - $80,607.20 per annum + 12% Super
• 6 weeks paid annual leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
• Additional NAIDOC Day public holiday
• Permanent, full‑time local government employment
• Meaningful work supporting remote Indigenous communities
• Supportive team culture with long‑term career opportunities
• Opportunity to develop strong finance and payroll expertise
• Work that directly supports remote Indigenous communities
• Career growth within local government
• Modern office environment in Darwin

About the Role

the Finance & Administration Assistant provides financial and administrative support to the Corporate Services team.

The role assists with financial processing, maintaining accurate records, supporting audits and coordinating corporate service activities.

This role suits someone who is organised, detail-oriented and enjoys working in a structured finance environment.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Support Responsibilities

• Assist with processing payment requests, fund transfers, and performing bank reconciliations.
• Handle invoice processing for both accounts payable and receivable.
• Organise and maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Input financial data into accounting systems with attention to detail.
• Process staff reimbursements in a timely manner.
• Provide support in audit preparation and compliance activities.
• Perform other finance-related tasks as assigned on an ad hoc basis.

Other Corporate Services Support

• Maintain and update Excel registers, such as contracts and leases.
• Support and coordinate insurance-related processes and documentation.
• Undertake additional corporate service tasks as required on an ad hoc basis.

About You

You are organised, reliable and detail-focused with a strong interest in finance and administration.

You enjoy working as part of a team, maintaining accurate records and supporting efficient business operations.

Essential

• Diploma in Accounting or a related discipline with considerable relevant experience.
• Strong attention to detail and numeracy skills
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and finance systems
• Current Northern Territory Driver’s Licence;
• National Criminal History Check clearance;
• Current Working with Children (Ochre Card).

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

About West Daly Regional Council

West Daly Regional Council spans 14,000 km² across the remote communities of Wadeye, Peppimenarti and Nganmarriyanga, located 300–420 km south‑west of Darwin.

We deliver essential local government services that support safe, respectful and healthy communities. Guided by our mission to walk alongside culture, country and people, we work together to maintain infrastructure, provide services and create meaningful employment across the region.

Important Information

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia
• Pre‑employment checks include criminal history, right‑to‑work, qualification and licence verification
• Applications assessed as received
• Position open until filled

How to Apply:

• Click ‘Apply’ and submit your resume.
• For the full Position Description or enquiries, contact: recruitment@westdaly.nt.gov.au