Maximum Term Contract Full Time - 36.25 hours per week - until 13/03/2026

RCC Employee's Level 7

Are you a strategic thinker who thrives on financial insight, leadership, and collaboration?

Redland City Council is seeking a high-performing Senior Management Accountant – Business Partnering for a 6 month maximum term contract to lead a dynamic team delivering impactful financial analysis, forecasting, and advisory services across the organisation.

Guided by our Values, your responsibilities will include:

Providing comprehensive financial support to departments including budgeting, management reporting, forecasting, and capital planning.

Delivering strategic financial analysis to support executive and operational decision-making.

Leading financial capability uplift across Council through tailored training and coaching.

Building strong internal partnerships and acting as a trusted advisor to business units.

Driving continuous improvement initiatives in financial systems, methodologies, and reporting.

Liaising with community stakeholders and external partners where appropriate.

Supporting peak workload periods across other finance teams when required.

What we're looking for:

A degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business and eligibility for CPA/CA membership.

Proven leadership experience managing and developing finance teams.

Extensive experience in management accounting, reporting, and financial analysis.

Strong stakeholder engagement skills with a customer-focused approach.

Advanced skills using financial systems and tools – experience with Finance One is desirable.

Understanding of the National Competition Policy (NCP) Guidelines is advantageous

Understanding of Local Government financial frameworks and regulatory requirements is an advantage but not essential.

Please read the Position Description for further information about this role.

About us:

At Redland City Council, we are committed to serving our community with excellence. We believe in fostering an inclusive, diverse, and innovative work culture where every individual is valued and empowered to contribute their best.

More reasons to love working with us:

Generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave and purchased leave scheme including 17.5% loading on annual leave!

Ex-gratia day offered during the Christmas/New Year break.

Access to professional and leadership development programs and education/study assistance.

Mentoring and coaching opportunities to increase your industry knowledge and business acumen.

Diverse secondment opportunities for career development.

Reward and recognition programs.

Wellbeing programs and social club.

Access to discounts with over 400 leading retailers.

Visit our careers page to learn more and read the stories of our incredible people.

Eligibility:

Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or Business which allows membership to CPA Australia

Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia

Ready to join us:

To be considered, applicants must submit a:

Cover letter (one page); and

Current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.

Applications will not be accepted from a third party.