About the position
The City is seeking an experienced accounting professional to join their dynamic Treasury & Finance team. If you're passionate about finance, then this is the opportunity for you
This role provides leadership and support to the Treasury team and is accountable for the delivery of services related to annual budgets and reviews, management accounting and reporting and financial systems and planning.
Key accountabilities
* Prepare the annual budget, including the statutory document and fees & charges schedule, ensuring compliance with standards, regulations and policies
* Undertake budget reviews in consultation with Managers and Directors
* Prepare Monthly Financial Report and Agenda Item for Council, ensuring compliance with standards, regulations and policies
* Assist with the provision of both cross‑organisational and project specific financial information and support, responding to queries and reviewing general ledger transactions and variances with Managers
* Provide specialist accounting advice and leadership to the wider Treasury and Finance team with a commitment to multi‑skilling and providing support
* Actively participate in the project to replace the City's ERP
* Assist the Chief Financial Officer in the development, delivery and review of the City's integrated planning that includes the City's Strategic Community Plan, Corporate Business Plan and Long Term Financial Plan
* Ensure external grants are managed including applications, reporting requirements, and acquittals
Position requirements
Ideally the successful applicant will have tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or Commerce with membership or ability to gain membership of a recognised professional body of accountants (CA or CPA) or lesser qualification with significant experience. Candidates with comprehensive experience with accounting processes including budget preparation, financial and management reporting and evaluating and improving financial processes would be highly valued.
A national police clearance is required for this position.
Completion of a pre‑employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.
Remuneration and benefits
The Senior Management Accountant/Analyst position has a salary starting from $126,622 per annum or $ per hour, offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.
* Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co‑contribution scheme)
* 27 Annual Leave days per annum
* Flexible working arrangements
* Career opportunities
* Centrally located
About the City
Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.
The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer with a strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.
Interested in applying?
Visit the City's website: Employment – City of Greater Geraldton jobs to apply for this position.
To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are advised to include the following:
1. A current resume
2. A written response (maximum 1250 characters per criteria) addressing the following selection criteria inclusive of examples to support your claims:
1. A summary of experience and/or qualifications, outlining your suitability for the position;
2. Comprehensive experience with accounting processes including budget preparation, financial and management reporting and evaluating and improving financial processes.
3. Thorough knowledge and understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, financial reporting requirements and relevant legislation.
4. Comprehensive understanding of local government accounting and contemporary financial management. Detailed knowledge of local government statutory regulations, policies, practice & procedures (desirable).
5. Demonstrated ability to manage staff and work as an effective team member by providing direction and guidance to staff in relation to management reporting and budgets.
Applications close 4pm Monday 12 January 2026.
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