Project Accountant

• Key accounting role focused on a significant transformation project

• Full time, 2 year fixed term role, based at Burwood East 

About Triple Zero Victoria

Triple Zero Victoria (TZV) provides the critical link between the Victorian community and the state’s emergency services agencies. It provides Victoria’s 24-hour emergency call-taking and dispatch services for Police, Fire, Ambulance and VICSES.  

This integration of emergency services communications within Triple Zero Victoria is unique in Australia and rare worldwide. The team at Triple Zero Victoria is deeply committed to the community it serves and is among the most dedicated and highly skills in its field.

About the Role

The Project Accountant is integral in the financial and budget management and decision-making processes of a significant transformation program at Triple Zero Victoria. Working closely with the Project Management Office and other project stakeholders, the role is expected to provide accurate and timely financial information including analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for the project, to support and inform decisions and improvements.

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Reporting and analysis for a range of audiences including project managers, Project Sponsors and SROs, and relevant project governance groups.
• Initiate analysis and recommendations on business elements demonstrating opportunities for improvement, cost containment or similar. Undertake pricing and cost analysis to support procurement activities relevant to projects and alignment with project budget.
• Work closely with the central finance team to establish project cost structures and processes to ensure project compliance with TZV policies and procedures, Australian Accounting Standards, Statutory and other legislative requirements.
• Perform month end account review and processing and work closely with the Asset Accountant to ensure the accurate identification and accounting of fixed assets in accordance with TZV and government’s fixed asset policies and procedures. 

About You

The preferred candidate will hold a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis. Additionally, you will hold the following skills and attributes:
 

• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, financial analysis, modelling, and financial reporting with the ability to exemplify financial management best practice.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Tertiary qualifications/Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and/or CPA Australia essential.

What We Can Offer You

You will be supporting a critical service to the Victorian community and will be rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements and employee benefits including:

• Employee assistance program for employees and eligible family members
• Discounted health insurance, banking services and gym membership
• ‘Memberlink’ discount card, accepted by 1,000's of retailers and services providers
• Free staff parking at all our sites
• Salary packaging options after an initial service period

Triple Zero Victoria is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our workplace. We encourage and celebrate diversity in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for our roles. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the Victorian community in which we live.

How to Apply

Click the ‘Apply’ button which will direct you to the Triple Zero Victoria Careers Portal. From here you can submit your application, which should include a current resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the role and linking your experience to the position.

Please note: all applications must be submitted via our Triple Zero Victoria Careers Portal. We kindly ask that you do not send your application by email as we require you to complete a mandatory application form to accompany your application.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please email Careers@triplezero.vic.gov.au.

Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Applications must be submitted by 11.59pm, Sunday 20 October 2024.

Other Relevant Information

Applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or a Permanent Resident. If you have applied for an ongoing position, you can only be considered for a fixed term period of employment that does not exceed your visa term. Employment will be subject to providing evidence of your Australian working rights.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Medical Declaration, with employment subject to a National Police Check clearance.

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Triple Zero Victoria's Talent team via Careers@triplezero.vic.gov.au.