Job Description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Management Accountant to play a key role in delivering high-quality management accounting services and supporting strong financial decision-making across the organisation.

Working within a collaborative finance team, you will contribute to Council’s budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting processes, while also supporting the development of financial capability across the business. The role provides expert advice and insights to senior stakeholders and contributes to the continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting and processes.

With one direct report, you will also play an important role in supporting asset accounting activities including capitalisation, depreciation and reporting, while working closely with teams across the organisation to ensure strong financial governance and performance.

This is a great opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a complex environment, partnering with stakeholders and contributing to strategic financial planning.

This is a full-time temporary role available until 30 September 2027, based at Knox Civic Centre. We support flexible working arrangements while ensuring operational needs of the role are met.

This is a Band 6 classified role. Remuneration will be $98,353.35 to $107,416.64 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.

What you will bring to this role

The key selection criteria for this role are:

• Substantial experience in the application of and the understanding of Australian Accounting Standards.
• Substantial experience in budgeting and forecasting processes including long term financial forecasts.
• Relevant experience, knowledge and skills in all aspects of asset management specifically asset capitalisation, depreciation, disposal and revaluation.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting staff training in budget and forecast preparation and use of financial software.
• Substantial experience, knowledge and skills in preparing monthly management financial reporting and respective variance commentary.
• Demonstrated experience in a complex environment fostering teamwork and collaboration.
• Typically, they would be gained through completion of a degree or diploma course with some relevant experience. They might also be acquired through lesser formal qualifications and substantial relevant experience, or through substantial relevant experience in the field of specialist expertise.
• Degree or Tertiary qualification combined with relevant experience.
• CPA Australia or Institute of Chartered Accountants qualification preferred (or working towards).
• Relevant knowledge and experience in management and/or financial accounting.

How to apply

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by 5.00pm on Monday 6 April 2026.

All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.

For further information on this role please contact James Morris, Coordinator Finance Operations, at james.morris@knox.vic.gov.au or on 9298 8149.

A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.  

Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.

Why work at Knox

Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy:

• Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements

• Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave

• Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees

• Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth

• Support towards further study

• 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.

To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox

Inherent requirements

To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below. 

• Office Based role(s) - Inherent Requirements Table .DOCX

Our commitments

Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.

Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.

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