Assets Accountant

Join to apply for the Assets Accountant role at Blacktown City Council. Blacktown City is a growing and thriving city located halfway between Sydney and the Blue Mountains. With 450,000 residents, it is the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spanning 54 suburbs. Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community and people from more than 180 different birthplaces and languages. With a $24.8 billion regional economy, the city hosts 35,000 businesses. Working at Blacktown City Council provides exciting professional opportunities. Our Council is leading the transformation of Blacktown City and Western Sydney by implementing a vision for a modern city, full of opportunity for residents and businesses. Our Council is led by highly skilled professionals working with talented and passionate teams across diverse business units. We deliver high-quality, customer-focused services, experiences, and facilities, and lead strategic planning, activity, and investment programs. Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities. About the Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Assets Accountant to join our Finance team on a permanent, full‑time basis. Working within a high‑performing Finance team, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in asset accounting, capital project reporting, asset lifecycle management and fixed‑asset compliance, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A demonstrated ability to analyse and clearly communicate key financial and non‑financial data to stakeholders is vital. The role requires a proactive self‑starter who can support the Coordinator Financial Accounting with asset reconciliations, annual asset revaluations, preparing audit documentation and continuous improvement of asset management processes. Qualifications and Experience Degree qualifications in Accounting or a related discipline In‑depth experience in asset accounting or a related field Current class C driver’s licence Desirable Skills Experience in Asset Management accounting within local government Experience in asset lifecycle management in local government or large organisation Remuneration and Benefits Entry level for this position starts at $2, per week 35‑hour working week Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement Employee benefits including leave entitlements, 12% employer contribution to superannuation, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs Our Commitment to Safety Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre‑employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing. We are also a child‑safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. Position Description Click here to view or download the position description. How to Apply Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without "logging out" of the system. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application. Closing date Friday 12 December 11:59 pm Contact officer Farrukh Khan Internal reference BCC Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Accounting / Auditing and Finance Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr