05 Aug
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Ku-ring-gai Council
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Surry Hills
05 Aug
Ku-ring-gai Council
Surry Hills
- Salary $113,894.10 to $132,116.36p/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
- 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.
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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📌 Systems & Management Accountant (Surry Hills)
🏢 Ku-ring-gai Council
📍 Surry Hills