Position Overview
* Providing safe water and protecting public health to over 2 million Victorians
* Full-time, 12-month Fixed Term opportunity
* $181,800 Total Remuneration Package (incl. 12% superannuation)
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manager Financial Accounting & Fleet to provide exemplary service by providing expert financial accounting advice and guidance whilst enhancing and protecting the financial and governance goals of the organisation.
You will manage a small, high-performing team and work closely with internal stakeholders, auditors, and external partners to deliver accurate financial results and operational excellence.
About us
We’re on a mission to create a brighter future, where you can be a change maker at the actual source. We’re one of Australia’s largest water utilities with over 30% of Victoria’s population relying on us for their essential water and sanitation services.
Our award-winning culture fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and flexible environment that enables our people to thrive. Here, you’ll be inspired and challenged to grow alongside us.
We're committed to reconciliation and supporting the self-determined role for Traditional Owners/Custodians in water and land management.
Key Responsibilities
* Financial Accounting Expertise – act as the organisation’s centre of expertise for technical accounting advice, providing guidance to support sound financial decision-making.
* Statutory Reporting & Compliance – lead the preparation of annual financial statements and disclosures, coordinate external audits (Victorian Auditor General’s Office), ensure adherence to accounting standards and policies, and manage whole-of-government reporting requirements.
* Asset & Valuation Management – oversee the fixed asset register, ensure data accuracy, monitor depreciation and capital expenditure, and partner with teams on project WIP and asset revaluations.
* Process Improvement & Business Partnering – collaborate across the business to enhance reporting processes, strengthen balance sheet controls, and leverage technology to improve efficiency and reporting quality.
What we’re looking for
* Qualified accountant with strong technical accounting expertise.
* Proven experience in financial accounting or statutory reporting.
* Solid understanding of accounting standards and external reporting frameworks.
* Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage and develop a small team.
* High attention to detail and strong analytical, data analysis problem-solving, and organisational skills.
To view the full position description, click HERE.
Why Yarra Valley Water?
We celebrate and encourage new thinking at every level. Creating opportunities for you to grow – both professionally, and personally. When you flourish, we all do.
* $181,800 per annum inclusive 12% superannuation
* Flexible working arrangements where our people are empowered to design their days with their team. Read our hybrid playbook HERE.
* Free and secure on-site parking with on-site café at our Mitcham office.
* 15 days paid personal leave, which can be used for caring, wellbeing, mental health, menstrual or menopause.
* Request to swap certain public holidays for another day of paid leave.
Did you know?
Research shows that men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, while women and other marginalised people tend to only apply when they meet all of them. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily tick every box, please apply or get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.
How to apply
Applications should include a supporting Cover Letter and Resume.
Closing date: 28th November 2025
This position is available for Yarra Valley Water employees and external applicants.
We welcome applications from everyone, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, mature age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people of all cultural backgrounds.
If you need this information in an accessible format or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please call 03 9872 2542 or email dei@yvw.com.au.
If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss the recruitment process, please contact us via email recruit@yvw.com.au.
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position. This may also include a Police Check or AusCheck, where an offer will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of these checks.
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