Position overview Permanent, Full-Time opportunity True hybrid working – work from home and our Mitcham office $107,675 - $113,862 per annum plus 12% superannuation The role This is a key role within the finance team, responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of financial information, with a focus on fixed assets and capital projects. This role blends both technical accounting expertise with strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities to deliver high-quality financial reporting, valuable insights, and proactive support to internal stakeholders across the organisation. Acting as a trusted business partner, the position partners closely with project teams and other business units to ensure capital investments are properly accounted for, monitored, and reported. The ability to combine hands-on technical proficiency with practical problem-solving, and clear communication is essential in translating financial data into actionable insights. About us We’re on a mission to create a brighter future, where you can be a change maker at the actual source. We’re one of Australia’s largest water utilities with over 30% of Victoria’s population relying on us for their essential water and sanitation services. Our award-winning culture fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and flexible environment that enables our people to thrive. Here, you’ll be inspired and challenged to grow alongside us. We're committed to reconciliation and supporting the self-determined role for Traditional Owners/Custodians in water and land management. Your key responsibilities Ensure the accuracy of general ledger and fixed asset register records in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards (AASB), income tax requirements and internal policies. Assist in the preparation of statutory financial reports and support external audit requirements, including preparation of supporting schedules and timely responses to audit queries. Partner with the business to: deliver on end of month results lead the annual useful life and stocktake process Partner with project managers to provide: financial insights and guidance on CAPEX and OPEX determination monitor and reconcile capital project expenditure to ensure accuracy and compliance with approved budgets. calculate and process accurate, complete, timely and well documented journals for asset additions, disposals, transfers, revaluations and depreciation. Develop and analyse reporting: Analyse trends in capital expenditure, asset utilisation, and depreciation to identify risks and opportunities. Develop reports and dashboards using tools such as Power BI to drive efficiency, support decision-making and strategic conversations. Provide insights that inform support decision making, planning, forecasting, and investment decisions. Carry out detailed analysis of our Work in Progress and our Fixed Asset Registers to identify risks and areas of improvement ensuring identified risks are remediated with appropriate actions. What we’re looking for 5 years’ experience in financial accounting & reporting (AASB standards) and asset/capital project accounting. Proficient in data analysis and reporting using Power BI and Excel, with strong analytical skills to derive actionable insights. Excellent business partnering and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, adaptable to change and comfortable managing multiple priorities. CPA or ICAA membership (or studying) and a relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Data – Mandatory Self-driven, collaborative, and customer-focused mindset with strong written and verbal communication skills. To view the full position description, click HERE. Why Yarra Valley Water? We celebrate and encourage new thinking at every level. Creating opportunities for you to grow – both professionally, and personally. When you flourish, we all do. $107,675.65 - $113,862.32 per annum plus 12% superannuation Flexible working arrangements where our people are empowered to design their days with their team. Read our hybrid playbook HERE. Free and secure on-site parking with on-site café at our Mitcham office 14 weeks paid leave parental leave 15 days paid personal leave, which can be used for caring, wellbeing, mental health, menstrual or menopause Request to swap certain public holidays for another day of paid leave To read more about our benefits and culture, read our employee handbook HERE . Did you know? Research shows that men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, while women and other marginalised people tend to only apply when they meet all of them. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily tick every box, please apply or get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit. How to apply Applications should include a supporting Cover Letter and Resume. Closing date: Monday, 27 th October 2025 This position is available for Yarra Valley Water employees and external applicants. We welcome applications from everyone, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, mature age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA community and people of all cultural backgrounds. If you need this information in an accessible format or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please call 03 9872 2542 or email dei@yvw.com.au . If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss the recruitment process, please contact us via email recruit@yvw.com.au . Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position. This may also include a Police Check or AusCheck, where an offer will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of these checks.
