* Based In Newman | Relocation & Living Allowance
* Excellent Salary Package - Based on Experience
* Call Lana @ Crisdale Recruitment
* Based In Newman | Relocation & Living Allowance
* Excellent Salary Package - Based on Experience
* Call Lana @ Crisdale Recruitment
Management Accountant - Regional Local Government
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Crisdale Recruitment is excited to partner with a prominent Regional Shire to recruit a highly experienced Management Accountant to be Based locally in Newman. When you are a part of this vibrant regional community, this role offers an opportunity to lead with innovation, drive financial excellence, and contribute to the Shire's strategic vision.
Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and review monthly financial processes including reconciliations, accounting period closures, and reporting for payroll, rates, assets, and other core functions.
* Prepare and compile monthly management reports for internal stakeholders, including executive and departmental managers.
* Oversee the maintenance of key financial registers including grants, plant, and assets, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
* Monitor and ensure correct calculation and application of cost recovery rates, including plant recovery, employee on-costs, charge-out rates, and overhead allocations.
* Support the preparation and lodgment of taxation obligations such as BAS, FBT, and superannuation payments
* Assist with the preparation of annual and interim audits and implementing recommendations as required.
* Contribute to the preparation and review of the annual budget and budget reviews, including fee and charge justifications, capital and operating estimates, and asset lifecycle costings.
* Support grant acquittal processes and reporting, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
* Assist with requirements under AASB 13 relating to asset fair valuation and related disclosures.
* Ensure continuous improvement and compliance with the Shire's financial policies, procedures, and administrative practices.
* Support the development and implementation of a new chart of accounts and finance system (ERP).
Essential Criteria:
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate:
* Degree in accounting or finance or experience resulting in the same knowledge and skills.
* Minimum three years' experience in financial systems.
* Developing ability to read and apply legislation, regulations and local laws.
* Proven ability to undertake duties in an ethical manner and adhere to confidentiality provisions.
* Strong self-management, time management, and organizational skills with the ability to work autonomously.
* Sound keyboarding, computer and word processing skills with a high degree of accuracy.
* Good initiative, time management and organisational skills.
* Proven ability to supervise staff.
* Must be willing to relocate to Newman
What's on offer:
* Excellent Salary Package
* 5 weeks annual leave
* Relocation Support, Living Allowance & Housing
* Job Security and Opportunity for growth and development
You must be able to provide:
* Current Police Clearance
* Full unrestricted working rights in Australia
* Current WA 'C' class driver's licence
If this position strikes your interest and you meet the above criteria, we encourage you to apply with your updated resume and covering letter. For additional information please contact Lana at Crisdale Recruitment on