Accounting Lead

Are you looking for an outstanding work-life balance in a supportive and inclusive workplace? We have an exciting opportunity!

For your application to be considered, please apply via our website www.newater.com.au/careers

• Please ensure to include a copy of your resume, cover letter and your key selection criteria responses with your application.

About the role

The Accounting Lead ensures the business is well positioned through:

• Progressive financial reporting systems including working in partnership with stakeholders to assist efficient financial reporting processes both monthly and annually.
• Overseeing timely payments and integrity of internal controls relating to accounts payable.
• Ensuring ongoingreview of systems policies and procedures in accordance with accounting standards, Financial Reporting Directions, and the Corporation’s needs.
• Assisting in ensuring accounting records facilitate sound financial management of the Corporation.

As a Lead, you will motivate and mentor the accounting team to ensure obligations and goals are achieved effectively and efficiently.

This role is a full-time, ongoing opportunity including a monthly RDO and flexible work options. 

To view the position description, please visit www.newater.com.au/careers

Key Selection Criteria

• Formal qualification in accounting or business, or progression towards completion of degree, with demonstrated experience in a financial environment.
• Experience preparing financial statements for management reporting and external financial audit requirements.
• Ability to demonstrate experience of key financial processes, including general ledger reconciliations, monthly and year end reporting.
• Experience in the water industry or ‘Not for Profit’ sector is highly desirable along with interpretation of accounting standards as they relate to financial reporting.
• Experience leading, motivating, mentoring and/or managing a team.

Working at North East Water

North East Water is a leader in a unique and rewarding industry. This is thanks to our team who makes sure we exceed the expectations of our customers and communities. We’re committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment, and offer a range of benefits to our people, including:

• Our state-of-the-art regional headquarters,
• Getting out and about in the beautiful north east region,
• Great work-life balance with a range of flexible working arrangements,
• Professional development through on-the-job and external training, leadership development programs, mentoring and secondment opportunities,
• Annual salary increases and superannuation,
• Paid parental leave,
• Health and wellbeing activities,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Study assistance,
• An array of personal leave options,
• Social club,
• plus much, much more!

Position Information 

• An attractive salary range of $90,574 to $100,709 plus 11% superannuation, depending on skills and experience.
• This is a full time, ongoing position.

If you have any position enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact Cameron Boag, Manager Financial and Commercial Services on 0429 991 ***. 

Applications close 11:59pm 23 April 2024.