Senior Systems Accountant
1 Year Contract, Potential for Permanency | Inner Melbourne Council
Full time | Hybrid working arrangement | $153,000 + 12% Super
Our client, an Inner Melbourne council, is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Accountant to join their Finance team on a 1 year contract with genuine potential to convert to permanent. Reporting to the Manager Financial Services, this role takes ownership of Council's finance systems, driving performance, usability and control, with Technology One expertise at the core.
Key responsibilities
Own the administration, security and functionality of Council's finance systems (Technology One)
Lead system upgrades, including configuration, UAT and end-user training
Review and strengthen internal control systems and compliance processes
Manage projects and change processes around finance system enhancements
Identify opportunities to improve business practices and reporting capability across Council
Deliver user training, workshops and documentation
Provide broader accounting support,



including journals, reconciliations, budgeting and year-end tasks
Act as the technical point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including audit and risk committee
About you
CA/CPA (or equivalent), or extensive systems experience in an accounting environment in lieu
Expert knowledge of Technology One Financial Systems (CiA) is essential
Strong track record in project and change management for finance system implementations
Advanced Excel skills with strong data manipulation, analysis and interrogation ability
Sound understanding of accounting standards, budgeting and financial risk principles
Proven stakeholder management skills, confident presenting to management and audit & risk committees
A self-starter who can work independently and manage competing priorities
Applications close Friday 4 September.
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📌 Senior Systems Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 Public Sector People
📍 Melbourne