High Salary Operations Accountant

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Work type: Full-time, Part-time
Location: Geelong

Operations Accountant

- Part time (0.7-0.8fte) fixed term role (parental leave replacement) until February 2027
- Geelong office location, with flexible hybrid working
- Offering a competitive starting base salary $90,794 base, plus super and benefits

Care in Action

With a career at the TAC, you’ll be helping us look out for the lives of everyone who travels on Victoria’s roads. That’s care in action.

Right now, we’re seeking an Operations Accountant who will play their part in this shared purpose, while also supporting the progress of clients and colleagues so they can achieve great things. That’s truly rewarding work that will help us continue to deliver life-critical services where it matters.

About the role

This role will see you responsible for maintaining the General Ledger, Balance Sheet reconciliations and fixed assets, as well as assisting the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. You will be responsible for the recording of premium collection, prepayments, the Taxable Payments Annual Report and also assisting in the annual budget process, year-end reporting, financial projects and other finance related tasks.

Unique to the TAC, you will prepare general ledger reconciliations and maintain the financial system for our Residential Independence Pty Ltd (RIPL), which is independent housing for our most injured clients. The role also works closely with the Financial Operations Manager and has the opportunity to assist and support key financial projects throughout the year.

About the Team

The Operations Accountant sits within the Finance Operations team, within the wider Finance & Governance Division. Within the team you will work collaboratively with the Banking Officer and the Accounts Payable Officer day to day. The team is supported by the Financial Operations Manager, who encourages a strong team culture in a professional but relaxed style.

What we’re looking for

Prior experience

Relevant tertiary qualification desirable, and/or experience in a similar role including demonstrated ability to collate and produce accurate financial and general statistical information.

Strong relationship management and stakeholder experience

Experience in developing meaningful relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Numeracy and problem solving skills

Strong numeracy and problem solving skills as well as excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records. Proven ability to take initiative and work independently.

Why you’ll love it here

There’s more to work than a competitive salary and amazing employee benefits . As our newest Operation Accountant, you’ll also:

Make a positive difference

Every day the work you do at the TAC contributes to something bigger. As part of an inclusive, supportive team you’ll find real purpose in achieving goals, together.

Be rewarded for great work

We value our people, offering salary packaging and a reward and recognition program.

Grow and go places

We’re invested in your progress. When you work for one of Victoria’s largest and leading workplaces, you’ll receive extensive internal opportunities for development and access to the LinkedIn Learning Digital Hub.

Ready to put care in action? We’d like to hear from you.

Click apply to submit your Cover Letter and Resume. If successful, you’ll progress to an interview. All applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application.

For more information, read the attached Position Description or contact Martin Hayden, Financial Operations Manager at Martin_Hayden@tac.vic.gov.au. Applications for this role will be accepted up until 11:55pm on Sunday 28 th September 2025.

If we can do anything to help make applying for this role easier, please let our People, Culture & Engagement Team know at People_Culture_Engagement@tac.vic.gov.au . If over the phone is better for you, our number is 5225 7500.

A safe place to work

We’re committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of employees. This extends to inclusion, diversity and accessibility in our employment practices. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people, people with disability, women and gender diverse people, culturally diverse and LGBTIQ+ people to apply for our roles.

At the TAC we are committed to the safety of children and young people. For more information regarding our commitment to child safety, please visit our website.

Child Safety

At the TAC we are committed to the safety of children and young people. For more information regarding our commitment to child safety, please visit our website.

Advertised: 15 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 28 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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