Company description:

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

Job description:

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest councils in NSW with one of the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 385,000 residents.

The role

CBCity is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join our professional and supportive Financial Planning team.
This rewarding role is responsible for the timely delivery of all financial management services principally in support of management to meet Council business needs, financial objectives and statutory reporting requirements. This position will assist in the formulation of financial planning and budgeting strategies and policies which form part of Council's overall financial planning models.
The role will also assist with the accounting for Councils Grants & Contributions, ensuring accurate and timely information exchange with grant bodies, auditors, and other relevant parties.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Communicate the financial objectives of the Council to all Council Business Units.
• Assist in formulating long term financial planning and budget development strategies and policies.
• Assist in the development and preparation of Council's budget.
• Partner with and provide support to key stakeholders to undertake commercial analysis and identify performance solutions.
• Assist in evaluating budget performance and financial management accountability across all units.
• Liaise with relevant government bodies/departments and industry peers in satisfying Council's financial management obligations, taxation, grant and regulatory requirements.
• Assist the preparation and timely lodgement of all statutory returns, reports and reconciliations
• Assist maintaining the completeness, accuracy, reconciliation, reliability and integrity of Councils financial ledgers.
• Assist in managing relevant integrated information systems to ensure data integrity and adherence to Council's internal controls.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant international and Australian accounting standards and practice, legislation, council policies and prescribed corporate and external reporting frameworks.

For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.

You will have

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Business or Finance
• Demonstrated ability to undertake the functions and responsibilities identified in this role
• Management accounting, budgeting and financial planning experience.
• High level of computer literacy and proficiency with an accounting enterprise system.
• Advanced computer skills (including Microsoft Office applications)
• Highly developed interpersonal and analytical skills
• Ability to plan and prioritise work
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally, with stakeholders at all levels.

While not essential, qualifications or membership of ACA, CPA or ACMA, demonstrated Local Government Accounting experience and/or experience with SAP financial systems will be highly regarded.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $104,465 (Grade H, Step 1) + 12% super. Salary is negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What's on offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your wellbeing.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Lili Cabo (Coordinator Financial Planning) at [email protected]

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply' button below and create a login using your email address and upload a

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the essential qualifications and experience within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Friday 31 October 2025.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at [email protected]

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.