Senior Management Accountant /Analyst (Ref: ****)
GERALDTON, Western Australia
Full-time
About The Position
The City is seeking an experienced accounting professional to join our dynamic Treasury & Finance team.
If you are passionate about finance, 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 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).
A lesser qualification with significant experience is acceptable if the candidate has comprehensive experience with accounting processes including budget preparation, financial and management reporting and evaluating and improving financial processes.
A national police clearance and completion of a pre-employment medical, including alcohol and other substance testing, is required for this position.
Remuneration And Benefits
The Senior Management Accountant/Analyst position offers a salary starting from $126,622 per annum or $***** per hour, dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.
Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
27 Annual Leave days per annum
Health & Wellbeing Program
Flexible working arrangements
Career opportunities
Study Assistance
Centrally located
Free parking
About The City
Geraldton is a thriving regional city overlooking the Indian Ocean and 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.
The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace.
Interested in Applying?
Visit the City's website: Employment – City of Greater Geraldton jobs to apply for this position.
Application Process
To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are advised to include the following:
A current resume
A written response (maximum **** characters per criteria) addressing the following selection criteria and including examples to support your claims:
Selection Criteria
Summary of experience and/or qualifications outlining suitability for the position
Comprehensive experience with accounting processes including budget preparation, financial and management reporting and evaluating and improving financial processes
Thorough knowledge and understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, financial reporting requirements and relevant legislation
Comprehensive understanding of local government accounting and contemporary financial management; detailed knowledge of local government statutory regulations, policies, practice & procedures (desirable)
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 ****.
Ross McKim
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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