Management Accountant

• Stream A Level 6 - $100,017 per annum + superannuation
• $6,000 relocation bonus for suitable candidate
• • 17.5% annual leave loading
• • 9-day fortnight

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

What we are looking for:

In this role, you'll be more than just "the numbers person" — you'll be a trusted business partner, guiding leaders with expert financial insight and advice.

You'll drive the development of major operational budgets, ensure Council's long-term plans are backed by solid financial strategies, and play a key role in presenting insights to our Executive and Councillors.

With ownership of budgeting systems, reporting tools, and data models, you'll influence decisions that directly impact our community. If you're ready to combine technical expertise with meaningful impact, this is the opportunity to step up and make a real difference.

What your day will look like:

• Lead financial business partnering services, providing expert advice, analysis, and modelling to support informed decision-making across Council.
• Develop, manage, and monitor major operational expenditure budgets, including salaries, fleet, and other key cost areas.
• Coordinate inputs and analysis for the annual budget, long-term financial plan, and forward works programs.
• Oversee financial systems, data integrity, and reporting tools, ensuring accurate information for planning and decision-making.
• Prepare and deliver variance reports, presentations, and other documentation for leadership and Councillor budget sessions.
• Provide financial guidance to business areas, including project setup, reporting, and resolution of ledger or system issues.

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What you'll need for success:

• Demonstrated experience, knowledge and ability to provide accurate and efficient financial support in delivery of annual budgets and financial services in a medium/large organisation.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to provide professional advice, reports and documentation to a variety of stakeholders and the ability to influence outcomes.
• A high level of computer literacy and keyboard skills, with an emphasis on software system databases, data extraction, spreadsheets and work processes.
• Highly developed interpretation skills and knowledge of legislation, legal processes, Australian Accounting Standards and Auditing Standards.
• Current driver's licence

What's nice to have:

• CPA or equivalent
• Experience in Local Government

Benefits of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

We alsocreate innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to see our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

• Learning and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Up to 12% employer super contribution
• 17.5% leave loading
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid Emergency Services leave

Apply now:

Applications close 11pm on Thursday 2 October – subject to change pending qualified applications received. A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.

For further details please contact Tyson Deller, Manager Budgeting & Strategic Accounting at or on during business hours.

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