Accountant

Accountant (Ref: 1394)

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.

To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Nita Jane, Chief Financial Officer on (08) 9956 6640 9956 6640).

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 (Ref: 1394) 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.

Interested in applying?

Visit the City’s website: Employment - City of Greater Geraldton jobs to apply for this position.

To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are advised to include the following:

1. A current resume
2. A written response (maximum 1250 characters per criteria) addressing the following selection criteria inclusive of examples to support your claims:

i. Degree in Finance/Business and relevant experience or lesser qualification with significant experience

ii. Demonstrated generalist knowledge of a broad range of accounting and financial administration practices

iii. Comprehensive skills in the use of MS Suite software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook and Finance systems

iv. Demonstrated ability to interpret accounting policies and relevant legislation

Applications close Monday 19 October 4pm.

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER