South East Water Corporation Hiring for Systems Accountant Job at Frankston Full Time

About us

At South East Water, we deliver healthy water for life. We’re here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.87 million people who rely on us every day and every night. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring

About the role

The Systems Accountant will be responsible for assisting with South East Water’s Finance ERP and associated financial systems to ensure their efficient integration and operation for users. This role will be the first point of contact for users on all matters relating to finance systems, such as general ledger, accounts payable, fixed asset register, contract management, inventory stores and Insight business intelligence. The Systems Accountant will also assist the Senior Systems Accountant with creating and implementing strategic solutions to guarantee that all South East Water employees use the Finance ERP and associated financial systems to their full potential.

About you

To be successful in this position, you will have the below qualifications, skills and experience;

• Sound knowledge in the use of Finance ERP systems and databases, including programs as such as PowerBI and a range of spreadsheet applications, including MS Excel.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of accounting concepts, procedures and principles.
• Ability to understand business processes.
• Ability to identify and solve problems (including technical) using established business processes, and drawing on previous experience to solve standard/routine issues.
• Ability to seek process improvements under guidance where required.
• Ability to identify system risks and opportunities and escalate, as required.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and effectively prioritise workload to successfully contribute to concurrent project tasks.
• Proactive approach with the ability to work autonomously.
• A Tertiary Business or Finance or Accounting qualification, with at least 2+ years of accounting experience.
• CPA or CA qualified or working towards completion.
• IT experience is desirable (but not mandatory), with coding, SQL and/or service desk experience highly regarded.

Our culture

We’re committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people with disability and from culturally diverse backgrounds

We believe great teams do great work. We are ambitious, we work hard and we back one another. We embrace diversity, we challenge ourselves and demand the best, because that’s what our colleagues, customers and communities deserve. We provide flexible opportunities to work, learn and grow, supporting, encouraging and inspiring you every day.

Position description

Position Description

Applications for this role close on the 17th of September