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  • Management Accountant

    South Eastern Suburbs Melbourne
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We are seeking a Management Accountant to join a leading transport organisation in Melbourne's South East. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your accounting expertise and support financial operations within the Accounting & Finance department.

    • Flexible working arrangement
    • Competitive Salary Package
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  • Assistant Management Accountant - Costings

    Melbourne
    Temporary

    Our client has engaged Michael Page to recruit for a Assistant Management Accountant - Costings to join a team in the manufacturing industry.

    • Immediate Start - ASX
    • Junior Management/Cost Accountant role ~ Hybrid working arrangement
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  • Financial Accountant - 4 Month Contract

    Melbourne CBD
    Temporary

    Join the public sector as a Financial Accountant based in Melbourne's CBD. This temporary role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to accounting and finance operations within a meaningful organisation. Suitable for graduate accountants, first time movers or junior accountants!

    • 4 month contract
    • Hybrid Working
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  • Senior Accountant - Immediate Start

    Melbourne
    Temporary

    We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in the financial services industry. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to manage financial operations and contribute to strategic decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

    • Immediate Start - 140,000-160,000 Excluding Superannuation
    • Melbourne, CBD | 4 days in office/1 from home
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  • Recruitment Consultant

    Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$60,000 - AU$85,000 per year

    Are you an Accountant with 1-3 years' experience, looking for a more customer-facing career pathway? Recruitment consultancy could be the perfect opportunity for you to pivot your career, using your technical accounting knowledge and network to help Accountants secure their dream roles.

    • Use your accounting expertise in a customer-focused sales role
    • Help Finance leaders solve complex hiring needs and advise on market trends
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  • Finance Technology & Innovation Lead- TechnologyOne

    Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$130,000 - AU$165,000 per year

    The Finance Technology & Innovation Lead will drive the transformation of financial systems and processes within the not-for-profit sector. This permanent role offers a unique opportunity to lead technological initiatives and enhance operational efficiency.

    • Work with a non-profit business, leading on the companies TechnologyOne journey
    • Great office environment with the benefit of hybrid and flexible working.
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  • Accounts Payable Manager

    Sunshine West
    Permanent

    An exciting opportunity for an experienced AP Manager to oversee accounts payable operations within a growing industry. Based in the Western Suburbs of Melbourne, this permanent role will see you leading a critical function in a fast-paced and professional environment.

    • Join a growing national business and take ownership of developing the AP team
    • Values a positive culture and collaborative team environment
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  • Accounts Officer

    Mulgrave
    Temporary

    Immediate start with potential for temp-to-perm and free on-site parking! Seeking an experienced Accounts Officer with strong AP/AR skills and prior manufacturing industry experience.

    • Immediate start | South East Location
    • Supportive Team Culture
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  • Accounts Payable Officer, Permanent

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join a reputable organisation in Melbourne. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your accounting expertise in the construction sector.

    • Career growth and development
    • Supportive and collaborative environment
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  • Finance Business Partner (ASX)

    Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$140,000 - AU$160,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Join an exciting opportunity as a Finance Business Partner within an ASX Listed company in the retail space. This permanent role is ideal for professionals with a keen eye for detail and a passion for accounting and finance.

    • Hybrid working arrangement
    • Competitive salary
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  • Finance Analyst- Veterinary Services- Melbourne

    Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$135,000 - AU$145,000 per year

    A newly created Financial Analyst position supporting Apiam's CFO and Chief Growth Officer. Delivering modelling, valuation and commercial insights during a period of intensive private‑equity‑backed expansion. It offers high visibility, significant influence, and rapid career progression as the business scales through acquisitions and operational transformation.

    • Newly created Financial Analyst role at a private‑equity backed business
    • Support acquisition decisions and drive the company's rapid growth.
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  • Credit Controller

    Preston
    Permanent
    AU$65,000 - AU$70,000 per year

    This position is responsible for managing end-to-end credit control for a large, high-volume customer base, including assessing new trade applications, reviewing credit limits, and ensuring timely collections. You'll play a key role in maintaining strong customer relationships while minimising credit risk and supporting process improvements within a collaborative team environment.

    • Preston Location | Free on-site parking
    • Construction exp ideal!
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  • Payroll Team Lead - 4 days WFH, 1 day in the office

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$130,000 - AU$135,000 per year

    Michael Page is proud to be partnering with a leading ASX-listed organisation to recruit a permanent Payroll Team Lead. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that values innovation, compliance, and employee experience.

    • Drive strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives .
    • Supportive leadership team that values collaboration and innovation.
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  • Finance Systems Analyst - 8 Month Contract

    Northern Suburbs Melbourne
    Temporary
    AU$110,000 - AU$130,000 per year

    We are seeking a Finance Systems Analyst to support our finance systems and processes during a critical phase following a recent SAP S/4HANA4HANA implementation. This role is highly technical and requires a strong understanding of SAP functionality from an accounting perspective, as well as the ability to navigate, test, and optimise workflows within the system.

    • 8 Month Fixed Term Contract
    • Competitive Salary
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  • Junior Finance Manager

    West Footscray
    Permanent

    We have an excellent opportunity to join a leading Manufacturing company as a Junior Finance Manager in West Footscray. This role requires a skilled professional to manage financial processes and ensure accuracy in reporting within the Accounting & Finance department. This role will be 5-days on-site, with flexibility offered around start and finish times.

    • Excellent Growth Opportunity.
    • Leading Manufacturing Brand.
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  • Financial Controller

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Financial Controller will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and investor-grade financial reporting while ensuring strong financial governance across the group. The role will play a key part in supporting Board and investor requirements, maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations, and scaling the finance function in line with the organisation's growth agenda.

    • Great opportunity to grow your career!
    • Direct exposure to the CFO, executive leadership team, Board, and investors
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  • Commercial/Compliance Analyst | Immediate Start | CBD

    Melbourne CBD
    Temporary
    AU$50 - AU$60 per hour
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Facilitate the development and submission of claims across all divisions, interface with stakeholders and support effective financial and commercial management. This includes the support and delivery of the annual budget forecast of variation/costs reporting.

    • Join an iconic leader in the infrastructure sector
    • Opportunity for permanency
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  • Finance Manager

    Sunshine West
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We are seeking a skilled Finance Manager/Controller to oversee accounting and finance operations within the manufacturing sector. This permanent role is based in Sunshine West and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial success of a leading global organisation. This role will be on-site a minimum of 3-days per week.

    • True 2IC role in a global company.
    • Up to $190,000 plus superannuation.
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  • Accounts Payable Officer

    Docklands
    Permanent

    Michael Page are proud to be working with a reputable retailer to recruit a full-time Accounts Payable Role on a 12 month FTC based in Docklands. With a hybrid work arrangement, great workplace culture & room to start ASAP, please apply now!

    • Working from home flexibility: 2-3 days per week
    • Work for a large & growing business
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  • Senior FP&A Analyst

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    As a Senior FP&A Analyst, you will play a crucial role in driving financial planning and analysis within the financial services industry. This is a permanent opportunity for an experienced professional to make a meaningful impact through strategic decision-making and financial insights reporting to the Head of FP&A.

    • Financial Services | ASAP Start | $140-160,000 Excluding Superannuation
    • Hybrid Working arrangement available (4/1 office-home split)
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  • Accounts Receivable Officer

    Docklands
    Permanent

    Michael Page are proud to be working with a large retail business based in Docklands, Melbourne to recruit a full-time permanent AR Officer to join their finance team. Offering a couple of days work from home, great workplace culture & room for growth, please apply now!

    • Flexibility - 2-3 days work from home
    • Work for a large, stable & growing retailer!
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  • Accounts Payable Manager

    Hallam
    Temporary

    Michael Page Finance is partnering with a retail industry leader to recruit an Accounts Payable Team Lead based in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs on an 18 month FTC project. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in challenging, high impact projects and is looking to play a key role in transforming AP operations within a stock based environment.

    • Growth opportunities - Own a challenging, project-based leadership role
    • Great workplace culture - Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team
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  • Payroll Project Specialist - Start ASAP

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent

    Michael Page is excited to partner with a leading financial services organisation based in Melbourne CBD to recruit a full-time Payroll Project Specialist on a temporary contract basis. This role will focus on payroll governance and systems support (Employment Hero). Offering flexibility to work from home (2-3 days) and the opportunity to start immediately - apply now!

    • Start ASAP in a diverse Payroll Project role!
    • Flexibility to work from home - 2 days per week
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  • Payroll Officer (part time)

    Springvale
    Permanent

    Michael Page are proud to be partnering with a growing FMCG business to recruit a part time permanent Payroll Officer to join their finance team based in Springvale! Offering free on site parking, great remuneration, 2 days working from home and a lovely workplace environment - please apply now!

    • Flexibility - work from home 2 days per week
    • Grow your career and drive payroll process improvements
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  • Payroll Specialist - 3 days WFH, 2 days in the office

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$110,000 - AU$120,000 per year

    Michael Page is partnering with a leading manufacturing organisation to recruit a Payroll Specialist with a strong systems focus. This is a rare opportunity to join a business that combines operational excellence with a genuine commitment to continuous improvement.

    • 3 days WFH, 2 days in the office
    • Systems/continuous improvement focus
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  • Payroll Team Lead

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$120,000 - AU$130,000 per year

    Michael Page is partnering with a leading ASX listed organisation to recruit a permanent Payroll Team Lead. This is a rare opportunity to step into a role that perfectly blends leadership, systems ownership, compliance, and process improvement - ideal for a payroll professional ready to make a strategic impact.

    • 3 days WFH, 2 days in the office
    • High growth, ASX listed business
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  • Payroll Advisor

    Hawthorn
    Temporary

    We're seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Advisor to support the delivery of accurate and compliant payroll services in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience in payroll operations, particularly within a managed service model, and a solid understanding of complex Enterprise Agreements - especially within the manufacturing sector.

    • Immediate start | South East Location
    • Hybrid role with 2 days WFH flexibility
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  • Payroll Team Lead (ASX 100) - 4 days WFH, Tuesdays in the office

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Michael Page is proud to be partnering with a leading ASX 100-listed organisation to recruit a permanent Payroll Team Lead. This is a rare opportunity to join a business that combines scale and sophistication with a genuinely people-first culture.

    • Amazing work from home flexibility
    • ASX 100
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  • Senior FP&A Manager - Immediate Start

    Melbourne
    Temporary

    Take the lead as a Group FPA Manager in the Energy & Renewables industry, driving financial planning and analysis processes to support strategic decision-making. This contract role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within the accounting and finance department.

    • Immediate start | Contract with opportunity for permanency
    • Hybrid Working arrangement
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  • Financial Controller

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    We are seeking a meticulous Financial Controller to oversee and manage all aspects of financial operations within the Accounting & Finance department. This is a permanent role in the Financial Services industry, offering an excellent opportunity to play a key role in financial decision-making and strategy with a direct reporting line to the CFO.

    • Financial Services | Collins St
    • Hybrid working arrangement
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Accountant jobs in Melbourne offer a diverse range of opportunities for individuals seeking to build their careers in the financial sector. Positions in this field will often involve problem-solving through analysis of trends and accounting data. This would require strong computer skills and advanced knowledge of accounting software. 

Individuals in these roles can gain valuable experience in financial analysis, management reporting, and teamwork while working with diverse teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. They will also have the opportunity to develop their technical and analytical skills, fostering professional growth and expanding their career prospects in the accounting field. 

Overall, accountant jobs in Melbourne provide a challenging and rewarding career path, enabling professionals to make a significant impact on the financial health and success of their organisations.

Accountant Jobs Melbourne: FAQs

Is it easy to find entry level accounting jobs Melbourne-wide?

Melbourne"s diverse business landscape offers numerous opportunities for individuals seeking to join the accounting profession, but it can be intimidating trying to get started in the industry. To find entry-level accounting jobs in Melbourne, you can explore various job search platforms like Michael Page to identify suitable positions. 

We do the hard work for you, collating the available entry level accounting jobs in Melbourne, all in one place! We recommend signing up to our alerts to be the first to know about new opportunities. 

When applying for jobs in Melbourne, VIC, it is crucial to create an effective cover letter to make a strong first impression on hiring managers. 

What is the salary for graduate accounting jobs (Melbourne)?

Those looking for graduate accounting jobs Melbourne-wide would no-doubt want to know their salary. The average graduate salary in metropolitan areas is around $60,000, although this can vary between companies. 

Similarly, as a graduate accountant, your responsibilities will vary depending on the specific role and organisation you join. Common tasks include assisting with financial reporting, preparing financial statements, and working on audits. You may also be involved in tasks such as budgeting, tax compliance, and financial analysis. In addition to these technical responsibilities, you will be expected to develop strong communication and collaboration skills as you work with colleagues and clients to deliver high-quality financial services.

During your time as a graduate accountant, you will have the opportunity to develop your expertise and potentially advance within the organisation or the accounting profession as a whole.

Are flexible work arrangements available in management accounting?

Flexible working arrangements have become increasingly popular in various fields, including management accounting. These arrangements provide employees with the opportunity to balance their work and personal lives more effectively, and can include options such as hybrid remote work, job sharing, part-time schedules, and flexible hours.

According to the Fair Work Act 2009, based on circumstance, certain employees have the legal right to request flexible working arrangements from their employer, including those who are parents, carers, individuals with disabilities, or employees aged 55 or older.

As a manager in the management accounting field, it is essential to be aware of the rules and legal obligations surrounding flexible working arrangements. While it ultimately depends on the organisation and specific role, it is possible to find a full-time role with flexible work arrangements, such as a hybrid remote position or a fixed-term contract with an immediate start. 

When searching for accountant jobs (Melbourne) online, be sure to filter for flexible work arrangements if this is important to you.

Is there much career progression for accounting jobs in Melbourne?

Career progression in accountant jobs Melbourne-wide offer a variety of opportunities for growth and development. For example, as an assistant accountant, you can look forward to advancing your career by focusing on improving your skills, such as financial reporting and business analysis. To ensure professional growth, you should actively participate in company-wide meetings and initiatives and aim to meet or exceed expectations in your current role.

Developing a new skill set is an essential aspect of professional development, and this can be achieved through continuous learning and training. For instance, mastering financial reporting will enhance your expertise, making you an especially valuable asset to the company you work at.

Keep in mind that your career aspirations should align with your job role and the company"s objectives. As you demonstrate your skills and commitment to the company, you can progress from an assistant accountant position to more senior roles, such as a financial analyst or even a financial controller.

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