Systems & Management Accountant

- Salary $113,894.10 to $132,116.36 p/a + super
- Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
- Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
- 5 minutes walk from Gordon Train Station
- Free onsite parking

About Ku-ring-gai Council Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney’s most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.

With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character, and community values.

About the role

Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Systems & Management Accountant to join our Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance skilled with strong accounting knowledge, financial systems expertise, and a passion for process improvement to play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality financial management and reporting across the organisation.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

- Lead the maintenance, enhancement and continuous improvement of Council's Financial Management Information System (FMIS), ensuring data integrity and reliable financial reporting
- Support the preparation of Council's Annual Budget, Quarterly Budget Reviews and Long Term Financial Plan
- Partner with stakeholders across the organisation to improve financial processes, reporting and system functionality
- Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards and reporting tools to deliver meaningful business insights
- Coordinate testing, implementation and support for financial system upgrades, enhancements and new functionality
- Provide expert advice,



training and support to users while driving projects that improve efficiency and strengthen financial management

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

- Degree-qualified in Accounting with CPA/CA membership (or working towards)
- Demonstrated experience in management accounting, budgeting and financial reporting within a complex organisation
- Extensive experience with TechnologyOne or a similar ERP/Financial Management Information System (FMIS)
- Proven experience in developing reports using system report writers such as XLOne
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of improving financial systems and business processes
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to develop meaningful financial reports and insights
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outstanding customer service

Benefits

- 35 hour working week
- Flexible working arrangements, including working from home options
- Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks additional annual leave per calendar year
- Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative and values-driven team culture
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Annual Health & Fitness reimbursement of up to $100 (subject to eligibility)
- Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
- Free onsite parking
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Convenient Ku-ring-gai location with beautiful natural surroundings

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more? Contact Mette Kofoed on 9424 0610

Closes: 11:30pm, Thursday 20 August 2026

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer

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