Location: Camperdown, Victoria
Job type: Permanent, part time (30 hours per week)
Salary: $87,304 - $95,306 per annum, pro rata
About the position
Corangamite Shire Council is seeking an Accountant to join our team. This role is for 30 hours per week, worked between 8.30 am and 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday. We are committed to flexible work practices and supporting a great work-life balance, so the exact days and start/finish times will be agreed upon with the successful applicant.
The main responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the financial accounting aspects of Council operations using a team approach, ensuring all financial records are accurate and capable of producing timely statutory reporting.
- Assisting in the preparation of Financial Statements, Grants Commission Return, Audit opinions and other financial reports.
- Assisting with the preparation of timely, relevant and accurate financial reporting on a monthly and ad hoc basis.
- Supporting business partnerships by providing financial advice, reports, and analysis to department heads and coordinators.
About you
- Relevant accounting qualification, with CA or CPA (or equivalent) desirable.
- Understanding of accounting standards, techniques, concepts and practices.
- Developed research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office Excel skills.
- Recent National Police Check, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
Attachments
Click here to download a Position Description.(PDF, 630KB)
How to apply
Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description.
Apply now
Applications close at 5.00 pm on Wednesday, 28 January 2026. Early submission is encouraged, as applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Contact
Prabath Jayawardana, Manager Finance
Phone: 03 5593 7100
“Working at Corangamite Shire allows for a supportive work-life balance alongside friendly people passionate about our community.”
About Corangamite Shire
Working at Corangamite Shire Council means you will be a part of a fair and respectful workplace where everyone is given the opportunity to reach their potential.
We are a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. Applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Corangamite Shire Council | Working for Council (https://www.corangamite.vic.gov.au/Employment).