Capital Program Accountant

Careers at Council; Mildura; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Arrangements (Work from

Relocation Assistance

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Professional development

Parental Leave

Employee health initiatives

Job summary

Mildura Rural City Council is seeking a Capital Program Accountant to provide strategic financial leadership across capital works planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting. You will help ensure investments are financially sustainable and aligned with long-term priorities.

The role requires collaboration with stakeholders across the organisation, leading financial modelling, multi-year budgets and statutory reporting to support executive decision-making and continuous improvement in the

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Accounting, Business or Commerce with demonstrated experience in financial management, budgeting and accounting functions.
• Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills with the ability to manage multi-year capital budgets.
• Experience developing, monitoring and reporting on large-scale budgets, including capital works programs and statutory reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership across capital works planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting.
• Ensure Council’s investments are financially sustainable and aligned with long-term priorities.
• Influence executive decision-making and drive continuous improvement across the capital works program.

Skills

Financial modelling

Forecasting

Stakeholder collaboration

Leadership

Analytical skills

Process improvement

Education

Accounting/Business/Commerce degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Join us and do more than just crunch numbers. Help shape the future of our region by providing the financial leadership behind major projects, influencing key decisions, and ensuring Council's investments deliver lasting benefits for our community.

• Full Time
• Job Number: R2786
• Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 8 October 2026

About the Opportunity

As the Capital Program Accountant, you will provide strategic financial leadership across capital works planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting, ensuring Council’s investment decisions are financially sustainable, compliant and aligned with long‑term organisational priorities. This is a unique opportunity to influence major projects, support executive decision‑making and drive continuous improvement across Council’s capital works program.

What you will bring

Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:

• Qualifications in Accounting, Business or Commerce, with demonstrated experience in financial management, budgeting and accounting functions.
• Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills, with the ability to manage multi‑year capital budgets and support strategic investment decisions.
• Experience developing, monitoring and reporting on large‑scale budgets, including capital works programs, carry‑forward budgets and statutory reporting requirements.
• A collaborative and influential approach, with the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation.
• Leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring and supervising staff to achieve high‑quality outcomes.
• Advanced analytical and systems skills, including proficiency in financial management software, Excel and continuous improvement of financial processes and reporting frameworks.
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance prior to commencement
• Hold a current Australian Drivers License.

Salary and conditions

The position is classified within Band 7 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement commencing at $108,138.16 per annum plus statutory superannuation.

Benefits

As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

• Flexible Work Arrangements (Work from Home, Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
• Relocation Assistance available to support a move to the region
• Monthly Accrued Day Off
• Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end‑of‑band bonus payment.
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Initiatives: Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
• Active Social Clubs

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre‑employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. As an employer of choice and a Gold Award winner in the Business Excellence Awards, we are committed to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at www.visitmildura.com.au