AddressManagement Accountant
Council is seeking to appoint a maximum term full time Management Accountant to contribute to Council’s success.
This position is a maximum term opportunity for parental leave coverage with a projected end date of November 2024.
- Exciting role partnering with major service delivery areas of Council
- 9-day fortnight
- Great team culture and support
About the Role
The purpose of this position is to develop an in depth understanding of the long-term strategic goals to achieve business objectives by providing high-quality analytical support, reporting, planning and the facilitation of process improvement. The position delivers efficient and effective accounting analysis with respect to Council’s costs, budget analysis and variations and works collaboratively across the business to increase understanding of costs and associated drivers to aid improved decision making throughout the business and further incorporation of those drivers into the Long-Term Financial Plan and Annual Budget.
Your role will include:
- Acting as primary finance liaison for a select group of service delivery managers
- Working closely with teams to understand their business and assist them in completing their 2024-25 quarter 1 forecast
- Assisting with the planning and commencement of the 2025-26 budget process
- Collaborating with other areas of the finance team to uncover efficiencies and ensure excellent service for our internal customers
- Being present, pro-active and solutions-focused and recognise that the community is the core of our business
You will bring:
- Degree qualifications in accounting/business/finance or appropriate discipline
- Previous experience in contributing to budget and forecast preparation within a large, diverse organisation.
- Demonstrated high level negotiation and interpersonal skills and proven success cooperating with customers and stakeholders in delivering customer service.
- High level of experience and autonomy in problem definition, planning, analytics and prioritisation in order to achieve concurrent deadlines.
- Experience in the application of legislation, regulations, and Australian Accounting Standards.
- Strong problem solving, technological and analytical skills to perform the responsibilities of the position.
Why work for GRC?
The Gladstone Region is a dynamic Central Queensland coastal region that provides an enviable lifestyle and economic stability for more than 63,000 residents. Gladstone Regional Council is committed to a dynamic, proud and diverse future for the Gladstone Region that focuses on working together to balance our region’s lifestyle and opportunity. Our success is built on a foundation of safe, engaged, high performing talent and teams and a values-based culture centred around our SERVICE principles.
- We are fortunate to live in an attractive, growing region and proud to provide opportunity for personal growth and career development for our employees.
- We offer opportunities to grow your career within a progressive local government organisation and work in a high performing team that values your contribution.
- You will be rewarded with a competitive salary including generous superannuation and a flexible roster that supports a generous work-life balance.
- We offer a range of employee benefits including free physiotherapy, support services and discounted health cover and fitness memberships.
Please be advised that the preferred candidate for this position, as a condition of employment, may be required to complete a criminal history check, a pre-employment medical or a skills assessment.
Council is committed to connecting with the Gladstone Regional community which values diversity and inclusion and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. First Nations people are encouraged to apply.
Closing Date
12 noon Wednesday 15 May 2024.
