Crisdale Recruitment has multiple positions for Management Accountants in Local Government| Inhouse | Accounting firms – Call Regina Bailey at Crisdale Recruitment on 6478 7788 As a Management Accountant, you will play a key role in driving financial insights that support strategic decision-making. Responsibilities and Responsibilities: Timely preparation and finalisation of monthly management accounts and annual budgets. Preparation of accurate monthly cash forecasts in a timely manner. Provide commentary on performance variance reports and offer meaningful information to management. Effective and timely completion of the month end accounting procedures in collaboration with other team members. Compiling strategies to reduce business costs and improve profitability. Assessment of the performance of various departments and projects to ensure alignment with company’s financial goals. Overseeing general accounting procedures and practices in the company. Assisting and facilitating preparation for the annual audit. Qualifications and Competencies: Tertiary education in Accounting, Finance or Commerce 5 years’ experience in a similar role CPA or CA – fully qualified Strong IT skills and the ability to follow complex spreadsheets Adaptability and flexibility with the ability to multitask and manage multiple deliverables A self-starter attitude with the ability to work autonomously and manage independent workload Proven experience in supporting and providing direction to people through various reporting lines Highly developed understanding of accounting principles and ability to apply them in a complex environment Demonstrated experience in budgeting and forecasting/financial modelling Experience in preparing monthly board packs and other management reports within required timeframes Confidence with working in a highly commercial environment Strong commercial acumen and the ability to work across a diverse range of stakeholders Contribute to financial projects, tender preparation, contract drafting as and when required Strong communication skills, both verbal and written If this or any of our positions strike your interest, you meet the above criteria and are seeking a change we encourage you to apply with your updated resume via seek or for additional information please reach out to Regina Bailey at Crisdale Recruitment on 6478 7788. Please note: Only Candidates with Full Australian working rights are eligible to apply