Full time, Fixed-Term - Until September 2027 Salary from $105,329 to $111,526 per annum, plus superannuation Local Government, 5 weeks Annual Leave, 1 Wellness Day, Free Parking, Flexible Working Arrangements.
About the position The City is seeking a Systems Accountant to support the Oracle Cloud Financial System through the configuration and delivery of systems, reports and metrics documentation, training and processes, ensuring the integrity and data stewardship of the City's financial systems.
This is a great opportunity for someone who possesses strong financial management skills and is willing to enhance and develop their capabilities around Oracle Cloud Systems financial support.
You will be working alongside the current Systems Accountant and be able to develop the Oracle Cloud financial support skills.
Key Accountabilities include: Working alongside the current Systems Accountant by acting as the system advocate and subject matter expert, being the point of contact for internal and external customers, addressing and responding to enquiries.
Point of contact for Oracle Cloud Financial system-specific audits and for financial management audits, being responsible for the provision of transaction lists, trial balance report, and other system-specific information.
Supporting super users in the analysis and resolution of system issues, user access and audit logs, maintaining the integrity of the financial system.
Building and maintaining effective relationships with users, technical staff, stakeholders, and vendors for the administration of the Oracle Cloud Financial system in ensuring compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLA's), defect resolution, release management, system performance, access to the system, and support.
Providing training, expert advice, guidance, and coaching to users, technical staff, and stakeholders that build workforce capability and capacity in using the Oracle Cloud Financial System.
Monitoring, analysing, and reporting on Oracle Cloud Financial system performance and linkages with other corporate systems, ensuring that appropriate action is taken to anticipate, investigate, and resolve problems in systems and processes.
Maintaining the Chart of Accounts consistent with the Accounting Standards, Accounting Framework, and the City's business requirements.
Leading the Oracle Cloud Financial System upgrades and enhancements.
Identifying, developing, documenting, and maintaining the currency of processes associated with the efficient and effective use of the Oracle Cloud Financial System.
Administering the Oracle Cloud Financial System, including configuration and maintenance activities, users, security, controls, roles, and hierarchy.
Further, this role is expected to support the City's Finance Business Partners during the remaining time.
The following general accounting responsibilities will also be carried out: Undertaking financial analyses, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of information.
Providing advice and guidance to customers and stakeholders on financial & strategic accounting matters, in accordance with relevant policies, procedures, and accounting practices.
Preparing reports in functional areas or activities for management and other stakeholders tailored to the needs of audiences.
Supporting the City's Finance Business Partners and the Coordinator Financial & Strategic Accounting in regular business support activities and any ad-hoc tasks including leave covers.
Providing information for audits and implementing recommendations, ensuring that service delivery is timely, effective, and efficient.
About you Under broad supervision of the Chief Financial Officer, the position is accountable for the provision of quality outcomes in accordance with customer and organisational needs.
As such, applicants must be able to demonstrate through their CVs and covering letter that they meet the following capabilities: University degree such as commerce or business with a major in Accounting.
Qualification with an Australian professional accounting body such as CPA or CA.
Qualification in a relevant discipline such as Information Systems is desirable.
Professional training/certification in the use of SQL data query tools such as SSRS, Power BI is desirable.
Relevant experience in a similar role is desirable.
Experience in utilising Financial Management Systems including Financial Modelling will be an added advantage.
Experience in the efficient utilisation of information systems and technology is required.
Knowledge of Oracle Cloud is desirable.
Knowledge of process improvement methodologies, ensuring that an organised and measurable approach to process and business improvement is required.
Why work for the City of Wanneroo The City offers a range of employment benefits including: Generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%; Five weeks annual leave (for salaried officers, excluding casual employees and pro-rata for part-time employees); Free on-site parking; A work-life balance program providing flexible work practices (subject to operational requirements); Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave; Purchase leave (subject to operational requirements); An inclusive, welcoming office environment; and An opportunity to reduce your commute and work in a goal-driven professional team closer to home.
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We look forward to receiving your cover letter and resume.
Reference Number: 19929 For further information regarding the position contact Bimsara Pathirathna, Chief Financial Officer on (08) 9405 5***.
***Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience as the City reserves the right to interview suitable applicants prior to the closing date and may close this ad earlier for the right applicant.*** About the City of Wanneroo The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people.
Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.
We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are.
Bring your skills, knowledge, and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us! Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.
All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.
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