Senior Management Accountant

Council Jobs; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Employer superannuation 12%

Training opportunities

Salary sacrifice options

Payroll paid fortnightly

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking a Senior Management Accountant to join the Finance team. You will lead statutory reporting, budgeting and financial analysis, and provide expert financial advice across the organisation.

Reporting to the Management Accounting and Treasury Supervisor, you will drive timely financial reporting and support audits, while mentoring team members and contributing to continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Accounting (or related discipline).
• Extensive knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and statutory reporting.
• Experience in budgeting, financial analysis, reporting and performance monitoring.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and financial reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems skills, with mentoring capability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and statutory reporting for the organisation.
• Lead budgeting processes and financial analysis to support decision-making.
• Provide expert financial advice and support across the organisation.
• Coordinate audit and compliance requirements and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Excel skills

Mentoring teammates

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

TechnologyOne

Job description

• Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, 9-day fortnight
• $115,495 - $123,252 per annum (LGIA Stream A Level 6) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Are you experienced accounting professional with a passion for financial reporting and analysis?

Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking a Senior Management Accounting to join the Finance team. Reporting to the Management Accounting and Treasury Supervisor, you will provide specialist accounting support, lead statutory reporting and budget activities, and deliver expert financial advice across the organisation.

Working closely with managers and stakeholders, you will undertake financial analysis, support audit and compliance requirements, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and help drive informed decision-making through accurate and timely financial reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated accounting professional looking to apply their technical expertise in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Degree qualification in Accounting (or related discipline) with relevant accounting experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, statutory reporting and financial management principles.
• Proven experience in budgeting, financial analysis, reporting and financial performance monitoring.
• Highly developed analytical, problem-solving and financial reporting skills, including preparation of financial statements and audit documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide professional financial advice and support.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems skills (preferably TechnologyOne), with the ability to mentor team members and contribute to a high-performing team

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

Application Criteria

• Demonstrated experience preparing financial statements, statutory reporting, budgets and financial analysis in a large organisation.
• Extensive knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, financial legislation and accounting best practices, with the ability to provide specialist advice.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, interpret financial data and provide recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, support continuous improvement and mentor less experienced.

Applications Close: Monday 26 October 2026 at Midnight (AEST)