Management Accountant Business Partner

• Picton location
• Permanent Full-Time
• Salary commencing from $104,598 + 12% Superannuation
• 35-hour week with flex-time system and hybrid working arrangements

About the opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced Management Accountant Business Partner to join our Management Accounting team. This role works collaboratively with colleagues and partners closely with stakeholders across Council to deliver monthly performance reviews against budget, support accurate and timely reporting, and contributes to key processes such as the Quarterly Budget Review. The role involves monitoring and reporting on Restricted Cash balances (including developer contributions and external grants), assisting with the management of Council’s investment portfolio, supporting the Management Accounting Team Leader when required, and contributing to special projects that support continuous improvement and strong financial outcomes.

To succeed in this position, you will meet the following criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting
• Demonstrated experience working in an accounting environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and ability to use, Corporate Information Systems and complex spreadsheets and databases.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (both written and oral) with all levels in the organisation on all matters relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated provision of timely, accurate and professional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated experience in complex problem-solving requiring analysis of information and data in order to develop efficient and effective processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to apply accounting principles

What we can offer you:

Located on Sydney’s southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km² of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and vibrant, welcoming communities.

Delivering exceptional, high-performing services to our community is fundamental in what we do. We continuously seek opportunities to strengthen our service delivery and require experienced and qualified professionals to join us in Making Wollondilly even better, together. We actively cultivate a positive and supportive work environment, providing a variety of benefits to support, reward and actively engage our workforce including;

• Learn, develop and grow your career with our Growth Learning Program
• Be acknowledged in our STAR Reward and Recognition program
• Participate in our Educational Assistance Program
• Stay connected with our Health & Wellbeing programs
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Want to find out more?

Further Information: Lucy Grima, Management Accounting Team Leader, 02 4677 9612

Applications Close: 5:00pm Sunday, 18 January 2026

Only applications received via Council’s online recruitment platform be considered. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or have unlimited work rights in Australia without visa restrictions.

All positions are engaged Monday to Sunday (except otherwise stated) in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award.

Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks including a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening), police clearance, qualification and bankruptcy verification, and a valid WWCC.

Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture. We uphold our responsibility as a child-safe organisation, dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of children and young people. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. We actively provide reasonable adjustments ensuring applicants are supported throughout the recruitment process.

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