Management Accountant

Cottesloe; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 30,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave Loading

Paid Christmas Shutdown

Discounted private health insurance

Job summary

The Town of Cottesloe is seeking a part-time Management Accountant to support financial management, reporting and controls. You will work with the Director Corporate and Community Services and Manager Finance to ensure accurate information and informed budget decisions across the organisation.

The role offers a coastal working environment, annual leave loading, a Christmas shutdown, and access to discounted private health insurance.

Qualifications

• Must hold an undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or commerce or substantial comparable experience.
• Proven ability to perform reconciliations, produce reports and manage end-to-end accounting processes.
• Knowledge of local government accounting practices and statutory requirements is preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication and teamwork skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support financial management and provide reliable information for decision makers.
• Prepare financial statements, reconciliations and internal controls.
• Assist with budgeting, reporting and financial policy compliance.
• Collaborate across departments to deliver timely financial advice.

Skills

Financial reconciliations

Financial reporting

End-to-end accounting

Accounting standards

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Education

Undergraduate degree in finance

Accounting/Commerce degree

Equivalent substantial experience in finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

At the Town of Cottesloe, we are proud to look after one of Western Australia's most iconic coastal communities. From our beaches and parks to our vibrant local spaces, we are committed to creating a welcoming, safe and well-maintained environment for residents, businesses and visitors alike.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Management Accountant to work with us in a part-time capacity, 19 hours/week.

This role will make a significant impact across the organisation by supporting the Town's financial management, ensuring accurate and reliable financial information and helping managers and Council make informed financial decisions. Working closely with the Director Corporate and Community Services and Manager Finance, you'll help ensure the Town's financial management systems operate efficiently and in accordance with statutory and policy requirements.

This role will also give you the opportunity to apply and build your financial expertise across a broad range of responsibilities, including financial reporting, accounting records and financial controls. You'll work collaboratively with employees and managers across the organisation, providing timely advice and meaningful financial information that supports effective budget management.

Please refer to the attached Position Description for more information about the role.

• Beautiful coastal working environment within walking distance of Cottesloe Beach.
• Annual Leave Loading.
• Paid Christmas Shutdown.
• Access to discounted private health insurance.
• Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, commerce or equivalent substantial experience working in a finance or accounting capacity;
• Proficiency in financial reconciliations, reporting, and end-to-end accounting processes;
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting practices and standards, including the ability to complete statutory requirements set out for local government and taxation legislation;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail;
• Highly developed communication skills; written, verbal and technological (Microsoft Suite); and
• Demonstrated interpersonal, teamwork and personal accountability for delivering agreed outcomes.

Your information will be kept private, secure and confidential.

Applications will close Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 4pm. With interviews to be conducted on Thursday 29 October 2026.

Please contact: Sarah-Jane Watkins, Manager Finance, on 9285 5000 if you have any questions.

For other assistance, please contact Matthew Bennett at [e-mail].

The Town of Cottesloe is an Equal Opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion within all practices. Applications for this position are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders.

Canvassing of elected members will disqualify applications.