Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire
Macedon Ranges Shire

Accountant, Finance & Reporting

Job No: MRSC07073
Location: Kyneton

Permanent Full Time 
$92,760- $101,125 per annum  plus Super and RDO
Position No: 7073

About the role

We are a small, fun team, who work collaboratively across all accounting functions. We are currently seeking a proactive and forward-thinking accounting professional who takes pride in delivering accurate, compliant and timely financial outcomes. Reporting to the Coordinator Accounting, you will take an active role in the delivery of accounting services, including assistance with external and internal financial & management reporting, actual to budget variance analysis across multiple departments, budget, general ledger reconciliations, financial statements and planning, audit, FBT and accounting support for Council management and staff.

About you

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring strong accounting experience across financial reporting, reconciliations, GST and FBT compliance, general ledger control and budget variance analysis. You have sound knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and GST legislation, are highly proficient in financial systems and advanced Excel, and ideally have experience with TechnologyOne.

You’re an analytical thinker who delivers clear, insightful reporting, manages competing priorities with ease and meets deadlines consistently. You build strong stakeholder relationships, communicate confidently and proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, drive efficiencies and add value

Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council 

 At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and calendar of wellbeing, diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives. 

Staff Benefits

  • Flexible Working Arrangements
  • Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
  • Annual no cost flu vaccinations 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Purchased leave
  • Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
  • Onsite treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work
Position Description
 
For further information contact Zuzana Barnett, Coordinator Accounting  on 0412 908 161.

Interviews are expected to be held from the week commencing 30 March 2026.

Closing Date: 27 March at 5:00pm.

To apply please click below and follow the prompts. Please have a copy of your current Resume, responses to Selection Criteria for the role and a Cover letter ready to attach.  

 

We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and identities. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know at jobs@mrsc.vic.gov.au.

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Macedon Ranges Shire Council

Macedon Ranges Shire is located in central Victoria, about an hour's drive north-west of Melbourne. Covering an area of around 1700 square kilometres, the shire is a semi-rural municipality known for its beautiful natural landscapes. The shire has an estimated population of around 51,500 people and resides on the lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung peoples. Industries providing local employment in the shire are health care and social assistance, education and training, retail trade, agriculture, forestry and fishing. Tourism is also acknowledged as an important and growing industry for the shire.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce which reflects the community and the customers we serve. Council encourages applications from all suitable applicants including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people of different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and Child Safe employer.