Join a respected, independent school and play a pivotal role in managing financial operations.Your new companyAn exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Management Accountant to join a well-established and highly regarded independent school, based in Adelaide's northern suburbs.
Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will enjoy a broad and varied role encompassing management accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, compliance, and business partnering responsibilities.
This position offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact within a purpose-driven organisation, while working as part of a supportive and collaborative finance team.Your new roleAs a key member of the finance function, you will provide accurate financial reporting, analysis and guidance to support informed decision-making across the organisation.
This role offers a balance of operational and strategic responsibilities, making it ideal for a finance professional who enjoys variety and stakeholder engagement.Key responsibilities include:Preparing monthly management reports, financial dashboards and variance analysisAssisting with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processesManaging month-end activities, including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliationsProcessing fortnightly payroll and overseeing statutory reporting requirementsPreparing BAS,



payroll tax and other compliance obligationsMonitoring cash flow and daily banking activitiesMaintaining fixed asset registers and supporting capital expenditure reportingAssisting with audit preparation and driving continuous improvement initiativesPartnering with budget holders to provide financial insights and commercial supportWhat you'll need to succeedTo be successful, you will be a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional with strong technical accounting skills and the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation.You will bring:Degree qualifications in Finance, Accounting or CommercePrevious experience in management accounting, financial reporting and budgetingStrong payroll processing and compliance knowledgeAdvanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP or finance systemsWell-developed analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsA hands-on approach and the ability to manage competing prioritiesWhat you'll get in returnJoin a respected and established organisation with a strong community focusBroad and wide-ranging role with exposure across the full finance functionOpportunity to influence financial processes and support strategic decision-makingSupportive leadership and collaborative team cultureConvenient Northern suburbs location with onsite parking availableStable, long-term career opportunity
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📌 Management Accountant (Adelaide)
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📍 Adelaide