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Financial Accountant

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Department of Transport and Planning Full time

Title: Financial Accountant

Requisition ID: 9162

Work Type: Fixed Term Full Time

Fixed Term Period: 25 January 2027

Location: Melbourne - CBD

Date Posted: 4 Dec 2025

About Us
We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians.

Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and maintaining Victoria's transport, planning and land services for use by all.

We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.

About The Group
Investment and Technology
leads and manages the investment lifecycle; drives commercial advice & negotiations to facilitate reform; and enables core delivery through Finance, Procurement & Enterprise Technology.

About The Role
This is a Fixed Term Position until 25 January 2027
The Financial Accountant supports the financial robustness of DTP by delivering accurate monthly tasks, maintaining systems, ensuring compliance, and preparing reliable financial reports. The role also provides expert financial advice, liaises with auditors, and resolves complex performance and compliance issues to uphold the department's financial integrity.

Key Selection Criteria
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To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to deliver accurate financial reporting while applying relevant accounting standards. Success in this role relies on working collaboratively across teams, managing stakeholder needs effectively, and adapting confidently to shifting priorities. We're looking for someone who brings a strategic mindset, technical financial expertise, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes that support the organisation's goals.

Personal Attributes
On a personal level, the successful applicant will be a detail-oriented, analytical team player who enjoys working collaboratively to deliver accurate and reliable financial outcomes. The team operates in a supportive and dynamic environment, so an adaptable, proactive mindset and strong communication skills are essential for thriving in this role.

Position Accountabilities

  • As required, perform monthly and recurring financial and accounting tasks ensuring timeliness and accuracy, update and maintain systems, provide financial help desk support and process financial transactions using professional expertise.
  • Provide financial and business advice, guidance and support to stakeholders, in relation to DTP's financial policies and procedures.
  • Assist with the preparation and completion of accurate financial information for DTP's monthly financial reports and also for the annual financial statements.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and financial reporting requirements as per the Standing Directions in the Financial Management Act.

Technical Capabilities
Financial Accounting and Statutory Reporting (Applied)
– Applies accounting policies and compliance requirements to support reconciliation, reporting, and decision-making.

Qualifications And Experience
Mandatory

  • A Tertiary Qualification in accounting or finance that meets the entry requirements for the CPA or CA programs.

Desirable

  • Membership of CPA Australia or CA Australia New Zealand.

Culture Value
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department's goals.

What We Offer
Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.

For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.

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Applications close at
11.59pm on Thursday, 18 December 2025.
Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we're unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact
John Potter, Assistant Manager Finance Accounting and Statutory Reporting at
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