Finance Project Lead

Make your next career and lifestyle move to beautiful Somerset. Located in the heart of South East Queensland we’re just an hour from the Brisbane CBD and the gateway to Toowoomba and the Sunshine Coast. With our small and friendly towns, stunning landscapes, lakes and plentiful outdoor recreation activities, a job with Somerset Regional Council also offers an opportunity for a simpler way of life.

Somerset Regional Council is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to support the organisation in the following role.

FINANCE PROJECT LEAD

Finance Department

Temporary Full Time - 2 year

Based in Esk

Reference No: HR009/27

Do you thrive on leading transformational projects that modernise systems, improve financial processes and deliver meaningful organisational outcomes?

This position will be responsible for the system testing, development and documentation of accounting and business procedures, development of financial reports and dashboards for Finance related elements of Council’s Enterprise Resource Planning Project (“Systems Uplift Project”) implementation.

Council's Systems Uplift Project is a major business transformation initiative focused on modernising systems, streamlining processes and strengthening organisational capability.

The position will also provide general accounting support for day-to-day operations as required.

To be successful in the role, you will require:

• Expertise in accounting principles, legislative interpretation and contemporary financial practice.
• Demonstrated experience in the development of business processes and associated stakeholder management.
• Ability to critically analyse information and processes to identify process improvement opportunities.
• High level interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work effectively in a team environment.

If you are an experienced finance professional with a passion for systems improvement and organisational transformation, we encourage you to apply.

Head over to our website to find out more about working for Somerset Regional Council.

https://www.somerset.qld.gov.au/employment

Applications are to be submitted by 5pm Thursday 17 September 2026.

Lifestyle and Liveability

Located in the heart of south-east Queensland, Somerset is a large region of lakes and landscapes, in fact we’ve got 5,373km2 of countryside for you to explore.

We’re home to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, 161km of high-quality track just waiting for you to cycle, hike or horse-ride. Our lakes are second to none and the perfect spot to drop a line or take a dip. Thrill seekers are covered with a range of outdoor adventures from skydiving to horse-riding.

Rush hour traffic? Forget it. When you live and work in Somerset, the work commute is likely to be through hills or paddocks under big blue skies. Parking is never a problem, and it’s free.

When you take a job with Somerset Regional Council, you’re making a choice for both career development and a better lifestyle.

Benefits of working for Somerset Regional Council

• Competitive salary and conditions
• 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Nine (9) day fortnight
• Access to novated leasing
• Work-life balance and consideration of flexible work arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families (24/7 access)
• Employee wellness program
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee “Study Assistance” available in accordance with policy

Experience Somerset…

Mail: Chief Executive Officer

                                                        Somerset Regional Council

                                                        PO Box 117, Esk Qld 4312

Email:[email protected]

Phone:(07) 5424 4000 5424 4000)