Manningham City Council

Senior Management Accountant

• Full time permanent position
• Salary circa $135,000 package including superannuation
• Based at Civic Centre, Doncaster
• Hybrid working model

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and leisure facilities, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

We provide challenging and rewarding employment opportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positive and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career development, and health and wellbeing initiatives.

We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists within the Financial Services unit for an experienced Senior Management Accountant to join our team.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in the delivery of management accounting services including budgeting, design and delivery of financial strategies and framework, management reporting and business partnering.

Key responsibilities include:

• Partner with business managers in the areas of budget development, financial performance analysis and reporting, development of business cases, financial models, tender evaluations and provide strategic advice on other financial matters.
• Lead the design and delivery of financial strategies and frameworks that measure and manage service delivery costs to deliver improved financial outcomes.
• Identify revenue generation opportunities and drive implementation for ongoing financial sustainability.
• Provide expert technical advice and leadership to business stakeholders regarding cost management processes and systems.
• Analyse and report on business performance and make sound recommendations for improved financial outcomes.
• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems.

Skills and Experience

• Substantial and diverse experience in a Management Accounting role including budgeting, management reporting and business partnering
• Proven success in reviewing data, developing innovative solutions to complex problems and presenting recommendations
• Experience in developing business cases and financial modelling
• Experience in developing and implementing strategies to deliver positive financial outcomes
• CPA/CA qualified and relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting or similar

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How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your up to date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role under the “Who are you?’ section of the position description. For a confidential discussion please contact Sheraz Akram, Coordinator Management Accounting on 03 9840 9214. 

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email jobs@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us

Applications close on Sunday 26 May 2024 at 11pm

Don’t meet every requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited about this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.