Alice Springs, Australia Reference: 6931178

Alice Springs | Permanent Full-Time | PS4

Put your financial expertise to work where it genuinely matters.

MacDonnell Regional Council

delivers essential services across some of Australia's most unique and culturally rich communities. Behind that work sits a strong Finance team, and we're looking for an experienced finance professional to join us as our

Management Accountant & Grants.

This is a diverse, hands-on role supporting accurate financial reporting, responsible grant management and informed decision-making across Council. You'll work closely with managers, auditors, funding bodies and the Executive Leadership Team, providing practical advice and ensuring our financial obligations remain on track.

The role

As Management Accountant & Grants, you'll help keep Council's finances, grants and reporting obligations accurate, compliant and on track. Working across the organisation, you'll provide reliable financial information and practical advice to support sound decision-making.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Preparing budgets, monthly financial reports, reconciliations and year-end reporting

Managing grant funding codes, reporting, acquittals and audit preparation

Providing practical financial advice to managers and the Executive Leadership Team

Maintaining Council's Chart of Accounts, contract records and Technology One financial system

For a complete overview of the position and its responsibilities,



visit MacDonnell Regional Council Careers to download the Position Description.

What you’ll bring

You’ll be a capable, detail-focused finance professional who can make sense of complex information and explain it clearly to others.

You’ll need:

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline

Significant relevant finance experience, including grants or contracts

Strong Excel and financial systems capability

The ability to interpret and apply compliance requirements

A collaborative approach and confidence working across a diverse organisation

Experience with Technology One would be beneficial but is not essential.

Your work will directly support Council services and outcomes across the MacDonnell region.

You’ll also receive:

6 weeks' annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading

12% superannuation

Relocation assistance and housing options for eligible candidates

3 gifted days during the Christmas shutdown

10 days' cultural and ceremonial leave

NAIDOC public holiday

Paid parental leave and ongoing professional development

At MacDonnell Regional Council, people matter, culture is respected and your contribution is visible. If you're looking for meaningful finance work and the opportunity to make a real impact, we'd like to hear from you.

For more information, contact Osman Kassem, Senior Manager Finance & ICT, on .

Applications Close: 30 Sep 2026

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📌 Management Accountant & Grants (Alice Springs)
🏢 MacDonnell Regional Council
📍 Alice Springs