At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Treasury function and implement the ERP system while managing budgets and financial reporting.
- Company: Join the City of Greater Geraldton, a vibrant regional city with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible hours, study assistance, and up to 21% superannuation.
- Other info: Applications welcome from all backgrounds; be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic team while growing your career in finance.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Finance or significant experience in accounting and financial administration.
The predicted salary is between 53.69 - 53.69 $ per hour.
About the position: The City is seeking an experienced accounting professional to join its dynamic Treasury & Finance team. This position will support the Treasury function and play a key role in the implementation of the ERP system, while providing accounting, financial reporting, and specialised financial management support across the organisation. This is a full-time fixed-term position until 5 March 2027, with the possibility of an extension. Applicants seeking part-time hours are also encouraged to apply. Please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.
Key accountabilities:
- Provide comprehensive support to the Senior Management Accountant/Analyst as required.
- Provide accounting support for the implementation and ongoing use of IBIS (ERP System) Enterprise Budgeting and other modules.
- Assist with development and management of budgets, including budget preparation, budget reviews and budget amendments.
- Assist with project and financial reporting requirements.
- Support the Treasury & Finance branch with the preparation and output of monthly and annual statutory financial reports.
Position requirements: Ideally the successful applicant will have tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business or a related field, or lesser qualifications with significant experience. Candidates with comprehensive experience in accounting and financial administration practices, budget management, statutory reporting, financial systems, and relevant legislation would be highly regarded. Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.
Remuneration and benefits: The Accountant position has a salary starting from $106,095 per annum or $53.69 per hour, offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications. Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:
- Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
- 22 Annual Leave days per annum
- Health & Wellbeing Program
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career opportunities
- Study Assistance
- Centrally located
- Free parking
About the City: Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region. The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.
Applications close Monday 19 October 4pm.
Accountant employer: City of Greater Geraldton
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