Business Partnering & Financial Analysis | 6 Month Contract

Shape Financial Decisions That Matter | Local Government Opportunity

Are you a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys turning numbers into meaningful business insights?

Colac Otway Shire Council is seeking an experiencedManagement Accountantto join our Financial Services team for a six-month fixed term opportunity. Working closely with managers across the organisation, you'll play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, business partnering and supporting strategic decision-making.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects and services that directly benefit our community while developing your experience within a agile local government environment.

What you'll bring

- Experience in management accounting, budgeting and financial reporting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to build effective relationships and provide trusted financial advice.
- Qualifications in Accounting or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience.




- CPA/CA eligibility or progress towards professional membership will be highly regarded.
- Meaningful work that supports the local community.
- Supportive and values-driven culture.
- Opportunity to influence financial outcomes across a diverse organisation.
- Professional and collaborative team environment.
- Attractive regional lifestyle in the beautiful Colac Otway region.

If you're ready to make an impact and bring your financial expertise to a role where your advice truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary information: $92,526.20 to $99,797.88 per annum pro rata plus superannuation

Applications Close Monday 16 November 2026 at 11.59pm

Please note: we reserve the right to conduct interviews with suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

Colac Otway Shire Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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