Financial Accountant (Fixed Term)
Financial Accountant (Fixed Term)
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$ 83811 - 106841
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Job Description
Make a meaningful impact in finance at East Gippsland Waterfixed-term contract (12- month duration) full-time hours and a stunning work-life balance in East Gippsland.
East Gippsland Water provide an essential service to customers across our region priding ourselves on our workplace culture of collaboration innovation authenticity and accountability. If you want to apply your skills and develop a career in a customer-focused industry we would like to hear from you.
- Enjoy a full-time role with work-life balance in beautiful East Gippsland.
- Be part of a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
- Enjoy a supportive culture with strong community and environmental focus.
Description
About the role
East Gippsland Water is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to support the Finance and Business team in delivering accurate financial and accounting information. This role ensures compliance with corporate policies and contributes to effective financial management aligned with the strategic objectives of the Corporation.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing monthly financial board reports
- Assist with external reporting to government agencies
- Maintain and enhance financial management system reporting
- Support the development of the Annual Financial Report
- Manage compliance reporting including BAS GST PAYG taxation and borrowings
- Assist with internal and external audit processes
- Oversee inventory control and asset accounting including revaluations
- Contribute to budgeting and corporate planning activities
- Ensure accurate costing of projects and allocation of overheads
- Provide financial insights to support informed decision-making
Benefits of working for East Gippsland Water:
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career opportunities.
- Corporate Gym Membership- allows staff to access reduced rate membership.
- EAP program- Services include but not limited employee counselling professional development career and financial coaching eLearning leadership training and more.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Work-life balance- Monday to Friday schedule in beautiful East Gippsland.
- Commitment to sustainability and community impact.
- Access to modern technology and tools to support innovation.
- Inclusive and values-driven culture that celebrates diversity and wellbeing.
EGW- Renowned for its proactive supportive community & exceptional lifestyle. We take pride & ownership to deliver essential services to our community.
Apply now!
Applications should include a resume and covering letter outlining how you can contribute to the teams success and outlining your skills and experience against the KEY SELECTION CRITERIA responsibilities of the role.
To find out more about this position you can obtain a Position Description by visiting our website or by emailing our People & Culture team at or on.
Applications close on Thursday 31st July 2025.
East Gippsland Water provides an inclusive work environment offering ongoing professional development opportunities a workplace culture that supports work-life balance and the opportunity to directly contribute to the community and environment in which we live and work.
As part of our commitment to creating a diverse inclusive and flexible workplace we strongly encourage applications from experienced women and men First Nations People people with differing abilities LGBTQI culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with our community.
* This role has been classified as per our Enterprise Agreement as a Band 3-4 position ($83811.38 - $106841.38.)
* Plus 12% employer superannuation contribution. We reserve the right to remunerate successful candidates within the span of this classification dependant on demonstrated skills experience and qualifications.
*Shortlistedapplicants may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical and National PoliceCheck.
Skills And Experiences
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
- A degree in Accounting or Finance with a demonstrated sound understanding of financial principles and willingness to achieve CA or CPA membership.
- Well-developed time management and problem-solving skills combined with the ability to prioritise to ensure high quality and accurate outcomes during times of peak activity whilst ensuring attention to detail.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills ensuring the ability to work effectively with people at all organisational levels.
- Effective project management skills including the ability to work in and utilise a team-based approach to achieve outcomes.
- A positive attitude towards personal development and knowledge of East Gippsland Water and/or the water industry development including being accountable innovative passionate and united to achieve corporate objectives.
To view a full position description please click on the below link:Position Description Financial Accountant
Employment Type
Contract
