Town of Mosman Park

Accountant

• Permanent Full-Time position with flexible work arrangement
• Salary range from $94,000 to $104,000 plus superannuation
• Work independently and as part of a small team

 Are you a skilled and motivated accounting professional seeking to advance your career in local government? The Town of Mosman Park is looking for an Accountant to join our Finance team and contribute to the effective financial management of our community-focused organisation.

About the Role

Join our team as a key member of the Town's finance operations, reporting to the Manager Finance. In this role, you will prepare and assist with financial reporting and analysis, preparation of budgets, and annual statements, ensuring accurate and timely information for Management and Council. Your responsibilities will include budgeting and financial reporting, banking, ATO reporting obligations, reserves, grants, fixed assets, general ledger, and payroll management. You will monitor changes in accounting standards and legislation, ensuring compliance while leading continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

Essential Criteria:

• Undergraduate degree in accounting or a similar field.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in financial reporting.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• High-level written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and deliver quality results.
• National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).
• Proof of Citizenship – Passport/Electoral roll, or visa if non-resident.

Desirable Criteria:

• CPA or CA qualification (or working towards qualification).
• Prior experience in a local government financial role.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements such as a nine-day fortnight.
• Superannuation co-contribution (subject to individual contribution).
• Free parking and close to public transport.
• 17.5% leave loading.
• Two extra days of leave each year (Local Government holiday).
• Professional development opportunities.
• Wellness program, including an Employee Assistance Program.

About the Town of Mosman Park

We are a vibrant local government nestled between the Swan River and the Indian Ocean, located just 14km from Perth CBD. Our small, close-knit team is passionate about delivering excellence for our community, fostering accountability, connection, and innovation in everything we do.

The Town of Mosman Park is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The Town encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders to apply for this position.

Chat to us

If you have any questions about the role, call us for a confidential chat with our People and Culture team at 9383 6600 or email jobs@mosmanpark.wa.gov.au.

How to apply

The position description is available on our website for further information about the role.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role.

Closing date: 5pm Monday 27 January 2025.

The Town reserves the right to commence recruitment before this date.