Senior Management Accountant

Are you an experienced Management Accountant seeking a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the strategic financial management of a thriving local community? As a Senior Management Accountant, you will play a crucial role in providing strategic financial insights, analysis, and support to the management team and key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities:Management and preparation of the annual budget process and associated documents in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1995 and Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 1996.Manage budget review process with Managers, ensuring spending is kept in line with the budget, including capital expenditureManage and co-ordinate the day-to-day activities of direct reports, ensuring all deadlines are metProvision of quarterly management report to the Executive Leadership TeamParticipate in policy and process development and recommend and implement improvementsParticipate in major project to overhaul the Town’s ERP and supporting information systemsProvision of professional advice, support and assistance to satisfy the information needs of all internal and external customers to assist with decision making; medium and long-term business planning/forecasts; and identifying ways of improving business performanceManagement and development of costing methodologies to support allocations of overheadsManagement and reconciliation of reserve accountsProvide specialist accounting advice and leadership to the wider Finance team with a commitment to multi-skilling and providing support. Assist the Senior Financial Accountant in the preparation of the Annual Financial Statement and Monthly Financial Statements as requiredAssist with development and management of the long-term financial plan, and other strategic forecasting and models as required by the business to ensure progressive financial accounting and financial sustainability of the TownEnsure data integrity and appropriate management of the financial accounting system to provide accurate and reliable information for decision-makingReview general ledger and cost account transactions with ManagersTo be successful you will have:Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Business or Commerce with membership of a recognised professional body of accountants (CA or CPA)Local government experienceDemonstrated experience in the preparation of financial management reports including annual budgets, monthly reports and annual financial statementsDemonstrated experience in a similar role including budget development and managementHigh level written, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to network with a range of stakeholdersHigh level computer literacy, specifically in the use of excel and financial information systemDemonstrate experience in team leading and managementDemonstrate experience in developing and implementing financial policies and processesCurrent ‘C’ class drivers licence National Police ClearanceWhat’s in it for you:Town provided housing$1,500 utilities allowance$10,000 relocation assistanceSix weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loadingAdditional 2 days of paid leave per year during the Christmas breakFree gym membership and pool accessUp to 14% superannuation with co-contribution scheme.