Management Accountant

Who we are looking for

We have an ongoing full-time position for a Management Accountant, based in Warrnambool. This position comes with a generous salary of $88,863 to $96,615 p.a. plus superannuation.

We're looking for a qualified accountant to support our Financial Controller. You'll help with our price submission and regulatory reporting, and contribute to the wider accounting activities of Wannon Water. This role is key to ensuring appropriate processes and systems are in place to accurately capture data to enable the monitoring, forecasting and reporting of financial information.

What you'll be doing

On a day-to-day basis, you'll:

• Assist with the development and lodgement of the five-year price submission including provision of economic modelling, price forecasting and interpretation of information.
• Provide economic modelling and advice regarding strategic business planning documents and reports.
• Assist with the annual report, including preparation of workpapers in support of accounting standards and disclosures within the report.
• Assist in the end-of-month process according to established corporation procedures and processes to ensure timely production of reports.

What you'll bring

We're looking for someone with

• Associated tertiary qualifications and either CAANZ or CPA post-graduate qualifications.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and budgeting in a business environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage different user groups to implement improvements to systems and processes.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and confidence using accounting software, reporting platforms and excel.

For further details, see the position description available here.

We look forward to hearing from you. if you have any questions, feel free to call Brad O'Connor (Financial Controller) on

What we can offer

Putting people first comes naturally to us, and that includes the people we employ. You'll have every opportunity to make the most of your talents, broaden your experiences and be rewarded for the great work you do.

You'll be offered a range of great benefits including:

• Workplace flexibility with access to working arrangements such as hybrid work, flexible hours, purchased leave, monthly rostered days off and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture, which embraces diversity and the benefits it brings to the workplace and life.
• A leadership commitment to Zero Harm where the safety and wellbeing of our people and others is paramount.
• A Health & Wellbeing program, to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including our Employee Assistance Program for our people and their immediate families.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities and access to professional development through associations such as CPA, IWC, WSAA, VicWater, and more.

We're an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to creating and supporting an inclusive culture is reflected in our diverse mix of talented people who are passionate about delivering their best.

We welcome applications from everyone including people with a disability, job seekers of all ages, carers, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are

• A certified Family Inclusive Workplace
• A Work 180 endorsed employer
• Members of the Diversity Council Australia
• Accredited members of the Health Workplaces Achievement Program

Ready to find out about our employee benefits? Visit Our Careers page and discover more about us.

How you can apply

Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday 31 August 2025

Click APPLY and you will be taken through to the Wannon Water Careers Portal to complete your application. Once there, you will be prompted to answer a few simple questions and upload your cover letter and resume.

As part of your cover letter, please outline how your skills and experience meet the role requirements (as outlined in the position description).

Reasonable Adjustments

We're here to support you through life's ups and downs. Whether you need adjustments during the recruitment process or at work, like flexible hours or accommodation for disabilities, we're here to help. We understand it can be daunting to share your needs, so feel free to reach out with any questions at Your information will be kept completely confidential.