About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Systems Accountant to join our Financial Operations team and play a key role in ensuring that our finance systems are effectively developed, enhanced and optimised to maximise the performance and functionality.
Working with a collaborative finance team, you will be accountable for maintaining the integrity of the finance system, supporting day-to-day operations and identifying and delivering system and process improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls and improve the end-user experience. You will provide high-level application support, technical advice, user training and education, and work closely with stakeholders to influence effective system use and the successful implementation of change.
This is a great opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a complex environment and partnering with stakeholders to develop and implement financial systems which improve work processes and enhance the end-user experience.
We are undertaking a significant transformation, transitioning a legacy system that have been in place for more than 30 years to a contemporary enterprise platform, with go-live scheduled for 1 July 2027.
This role will join us during this transition and play an important role in supporting the implementation, testing and adoption of the new system. Following go-live, the role will provide ongoing functional support and contribute to the continued development and maturity of the system, helping to embed new ways of working, optimise functionality and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
The role provides an opportunity to contribute to both the successful transition to the new finance system and its longer-term evolution, ensuring the platform continues to effectively support Council’s financial operations and changing business needs.
This is a full-time permanent role based at Knox Civic Centre. We support flexible working arrangements while ensuring operational needs of the role are met.
This is a Band 7 classified role. Remuneration will start from $115,162 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.
What you will bring to this role
The key selection criteria for this role are:
- Proven experience in financial system maintenance and ERP implementation (Technology One experience preferred).
- Demonstrated experience working within a complex environment to develop and implement financial systems which improve work process or integrity and enhance the customer experience.
- Proficiency in financial software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. High level of proficiency in the Microsoft 365 office software packages, including Excel, and Accounting packages (Technology One preferred).
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with proven experience in providing meaningful advice, training to build internal capability and research-backed analysis.
- Proven ability to build rapport and establish strong professional relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, using influence, sound judgement and effective engagement to shape outcomes, drive collaboration and enhance the end-user experience.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and a minimum 5 years relevant experience preferred.
- Completion of or progression towards a recognised professional accounting qualification (CPA, CA, or equivalent) preferred.
How to apply
Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter by 5.00pm on Friday 11 September 2026
All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.
For further information on this role please contact James Morris, Coordinator Finance Operations, at [email protected] or on 9298 8149.
A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.
Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.
Why work at Knox
Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy:
- Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements
- Broad range of leave options including 18 weeks' primary and 5 weeks' secondary parental leave
- Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees
- Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth
- Support towards further study
- 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.
To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox
Our commitments
Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.
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