Management Cost Accountant - VPS5
Location: Melbourne CBD - Hybrid
Contract: 4 months
Hourly Rate: $71 - $86 per hour + super
Start Date: ASAP

Randstad is proud to partner with a Victorian State Government department to recruit an experienced Management Cost Accountant to support financial planning and investment analysis across IMT (Information Management & Technology) services. This is a specialist VPS5 opportunity with a strong focus on cost modelling, financial forecasting, and supporting business case development for key projects and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and validate detailed cost estimates for IMT services, including resources, software licences, and managed service providers.
• Lead the development of financial models to support new capabilities, emerging projects, and service catalogue initiatives.
• Deliver financial insights to support Directors in identifying cost efficiencies and productivity improvements.
• Support business case development with ROI and cost-benefit analysis.
• Monitor budgets, forecast expenditures, and report on cost variances.
• Collaborate with Finance and IMT teams to align financial planning with operational service delivery.
• Contribute to cross-branch initiatives with a focus on cost optimisation and improved resource allocation.

About You:

• Proven experience in cost modelling, financial forecasting, and business case support.
• Strong understanding of IMT services and investment analysis in a government context.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with operational and project stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• CPA/CA qualification is desirable.
• Previous experience in a Victorian Government department or statutory authority is highly regardedmand preferred.

Why Contract Through Randstad?

• Hybrid work flexibility
• Weekly pay cycle
• Access to exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and wellbeing services
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Randstad consultant

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Applications close: 3 September 2025
A suitable candidate may be appointed prior to the closing date.