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Systems Accountant
9-month fixed-term contract with potential to go permanent
Collaborative and hybrid working environment
High profile, innovative technology project
V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.
V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.
About the role
As our new Systems Accountant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation and ongoing optimisation of Workday Adaptive Planning at V/Line.
Working closely with Finance, Technology, and implementation partners, you’ll help deliver a fit-for-purpose solution and, following go-live, take ownership of system administration, data governance, continuous improvement, and user training and support.
The position plays a key role in ensuring efficient and effective financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes aligned with organisational objectives.
About you
To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following key selection criteria within their application, as this forms part of our merit-based recruitment process:
Must have 2+ years’ experience successfully working in a Systems Accountant, Financial Systems Analyst role or similar position
Demonstrated experience with budgeting and reporting tools (Workday Adaptive Planning highly preferred)
Established experience working with both finance and technical stakeholders in system implementations
Proven ability to build relationships and communicate with a variety of stakeholders, both internally and externally
Tertiary qualifications in Finance or related field (highly desirable)
CPA/CA membership (highly desirable)
Salary for this position is commensurate to the successful candidate’s aligned skills and experience to the position.
Why V/Line
In addition to free myki travel, we offer:
Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.
We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at
[email protected] or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.
As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.
V/Line are proud to be a part of the Department of Transport & Planning's Yani Bangal Transport and Planning Portfolio First Peoples Careers Strategy 2023-2028. We take this opportunity to welcome and encourage applications from First Peoples.
At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safe working standards. V/Line is also a proud Child Safe employer.
