Posted: 24/06/2026
Closing Date: 15/07/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Hobart
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Join the team at Metro Tasmania – Your Career in Motion
At Metro, we work to keep Tassie moving – we’ve been connecting people and communities for over 60 years.
As the largest Tasmanian-owned public transport company, we’re all about providing our customers with bus journeys that matter in this ever-growing, beautiful state of ours. And we’re seeking a team of passionate people to get the job done.
About Metro Tasmania
As the largest Tasmanian owned passenger transport company, Metro take pride in connecting people and communities across the region.
We are an evolving business, and our future looks bright with the introduction of innovative and sustainable projects that continue to reduce our carbon footprint and work towards the Tasmanian government plan to ensure net zero emissions by 2030.
We have a diverse team of more than 500 people across the state who work hard to deliver exceptional public transport services and positively impact the lives of our customers.
About the working experience
At Metro we value our people, if you value meaningful work and the opportunity to make a difference in communities, business and team this is the position for you! We have a great working culture that we are always striving to improve and a workplace that values the input of all its people.
We offer:
- Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
- Great workplace with free onsite parking and bus travel
- Onsite café, meal room and other recreational facilities
- Personalised wellbeing program with one-on-one consultation with qualified personnel that covers a range of topics.
- Health and wellbeing support including an EAP, onsite physio and health checks.
- An exciting calendar of events that recognises the diversity of our organisation.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, Data and Analytics, you'll provide high-quality financial insights to support decision-making, exercise professional judgement on complex accounting matters, and ensure strong financial governance and control frameworks are maintained.
As a senior member of the finance team, you’ll provide oversight and guidance to junior team members and contribute to the continued improvement of financial processes, systems and reporting practices.
Key responsibilities include
- Leading the preparation and review of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
- Owning and maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, including reconciliations, journal processing and financial control.
- Identifying, investigating and resolving discrepancies of inconsistencies in financial data and processes.
- Supporting business decision making by providing financial advice and interpretation of financial results.
- Acting as a key contact for external stakeholders, including auditors, banking institutions and regulatory bodies, as required.
- Providing guidance and support to the Finance Advisor and Graduate Financial Accountant.
What you'll need:
- Demonstrated experience in financial accounting, including the preparation and review of financial reports, reconciliations and statutory compliance.
- Proven ability to analyse financial data and provide clear insights and recommendations to support decision making.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls and reporting standards including their practical application in complex environments.
- Experience contributing to budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Ability to identify and resolve issues in financial data and implement appropriate solutions.
- Well-developed communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently, exercising sound judgement while contributing effectively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to provide guidance, oversight and support to team members, and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
- CPA or CA qualification.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Metro is committed to creating a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
How to Apply
For more information or to request a position description, contact [email protected].
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