Systems Accountant Department : Finance & Governance Division : Finance Operations Reference number : 11255 AEMO at the Heart of Energy AEMO is Australia's independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO's purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector. About the role As a Systems Accountant at AEMO, you will harness systems, processes, and data to deliver precise and timely financial information, ensuring compliance and transparency. Reporting to the Manager of Finance Systems, your role focuses on governing and optimizing finance systems to meet business and financial objectives, along with statutory and management reporting needs. This role will initially be part of the UpLift finance project which is implementing the Microsoft Dynamics 365 finance and operations ERP system. What you will be doing Implement approved master data, process, and configuration changes while adhering to data standards and procedures. Conduct compliance activities for systems, data and processes to maintain their security health. Maintain finance systems to ensure operational effectiveness, data accuracy, and reporting integrity. Partner with the Manager, Accounting Advisory, and Financial Operations team to implement approved accounting policies in the general ledger, ensuring GL integrity. Update and modify finance business processes in line with implemented system changes or approved process updates. What you will bring to the role CPA/CA qualified accountant with proven experience in system accounting, security, data and finance process implementation. Demonstrate agility in grasping complex concepts swiftly, thinking creatively to achieve optimal business outcomes, and embracing change. Exhibit strong personal leadership, responding positively to management requests, and effectively managing tasks independently to meet deadlines. Ability to cultivate and manage cross-functional relationships, collaborating effectively to resolve intricate issues. In return some of our benefits to you Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more. Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year. Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility). Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP). About Our Process AEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, religion and our First Nation peoples. We are dedicated to accommodating applicants' needs during the application or interview process, simply let the us know by emailing us at ****** If you would like to know more about working at AEMO, please check out our careers page for more information. For more information on the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) please refer to www.aemo.com.au or visit one of our social media channels below.
