Management Accountant

Colac Otway Shire; Colac; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Colac Otway Shire Council is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join our Financial Services team for a six-month fixed term opportunity. You will work closely with managers across the organisation to budget, forecast, report finances and partner on strategic decisions.

This role offers the chance to contribute to community-based projects within a dynamic local government environment and develop your experience in financial leadership and advisory capacity.

Qualifications

• Experience in management accounting, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to build effective relationships and provide trusted financial advice.
• Qualifications in Accounting or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• CPA/CA eligibility or progress towards professional membership will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities across the organisation.
• Prepare financial reporting and insights for decision-making.
• Partner with managers to support strategic initiatives.
• Support cross-functional teams with financial analysis and recommendations.
• Contribute to projects that improve financial outcomes and community benefits.

Skills

Management accounting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Financial analysis

Business partnering

Communication skills

Education

Accounting degree or related discipline

CPA/CA eligibility or progress towards

Job description

Business Partnering & Financial Analysis | 6 Month Contract

Shape Financial Decisions That Matter | Local Government Opportunity

Are you a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys turning numbers into meaningful business insights?

Colac Otway Shire Council is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join our Financial Services team for a six-month fixed term opportunity. Working closely with managers across the organisation, you\'ll play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, business partnering and supporting strategic decision-making.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects and services that directly benefit our community while developing your experience within a dynamic local government environment.

What you\'ll bring

• Experience in management accounting, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to build effective relationships and provide trusted financial advice.
• Qualifications in Accounting or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• CPA/CA eligibility or progress towards professional membership will be highly regarded.
• Meaningful work that supports the local community.
• Supportive and values-driven culture.
• Opportunity to influence financial outcomes across a diverse organisation.
• Professional and collaborative team environment.
• Attractive regional lifestyle in the beautiful Colac Otway region.

If you\'re ready to make an impact and bring your financial expertise to a role where your advice truly matters, we\'d love to hear from you.

Salary information: $92,526.20 to $99,797.88 per annum pro rata plus superannuation

Applications Close Monday 16 November 2026 at 11.59pm

Written responses to the key selection criteria are not required as part of the application process. The selection criteria outlined in the Position Description will be assessed during the interview process.

Please note: we reserve the right to conduct interviews with suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

Colac Otway Shire Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to creatinga diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.