Senior Management Accountant

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful North West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

The Role

Reporting to the Manager Financial Services, the position of Senior Management Accountant is a busy and dynamic position. Within this position, you will be responsible for the effective and efficient financial management associated with the Town's budget development and review, reporting and analysis support. Working collaboratively with all areas of the organisation, you will deliver innovate solutions and improved financial management practices.

As Senior Management Accountant your position will include the tasks listed above as well as the following activities:

• Developing costing methodologies
• Management and reconciliation of reserve accounts
• Participate in policy and process development
• Assisting with the annual Financial Statement
• Day to day activities and customer focused financial information

The successful applicant will be required to meet the following essential criteria:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business or Commerce with membership or ability to gain membership of a recognised professional body of accountants
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation of financial management reports including annual budgets, monthly reports and annual financial statements
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role including budget development and management
• Demonstrated experience in team leading and management

Previous experience working within Local Government will be an advantage working within this position.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• National Police Clearance
• Current 'C' class drivers license
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Town Housing available with Utilities assistance
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000
• Six weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
• Paid parental leave

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact us at .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.45pm Sunday 24 March 2024

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.