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  • Junior Fund Accountant / Investment Accountant

    Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$130,000 - AU$150,000 per year

    Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to kick-start your career in accounting within the financial services industry? We are seeking a motivated Junior Fund Accountant / Investment Accountant to join a professional team based in Melbourne.

    • Direct exposure to equities, hedge funds & PE/VC
    • High-impact role with strong growth
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  • Financial Accountant

    Mount Waverley
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We are seeking a detail oriented Financial Accountant to join a medium-sized company, specialising in the retail, wholesale, and distribution network. This permanent role in Mount Waverley offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your accounting expertise in a supportive environment. This role will offer one-day work from home, post probation, with additional flexibility offered.

    • Fast paced, hands-on role.
    • Mt Waverley location.
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  • Management Accountant, Permanent

    Port Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$99,000 - AU$121,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We are seeking a skilled Management Accountant to join a leading organisation in the construction industry, based in Port Melbourne. This role requires a detail-oriented professional to manage financial operations and provide insightful reporting to support decision-making.

    • Career development.
    • Work-from-home flexibility
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  • Senior Project Accountant

    Melbourne
    Temporary

    Our client is a reputable organisation within the Financial Services industry. This growing and well-established organisation focuses on delivering high-quality financial solutions and maintaining a strong presence in their sector.

    • Immediate Start, Melbourne CBD
    • Varied work - BAU, Integration Projects, Finance Transformation
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  • Senior Management Accountant

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

    Amazing opportunity for an experienced Senior Management Accountant to be a part of well-established business that is growing with a great culture!

    • Well established but still growing quickly
    • Opportunity for growth and development
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  • Senior Fund Accountant

    Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$160,000 - AU$200,000 per year

    An experienced Fund Accountant to take ownership of fund-level accounting, reporting, and tax across a multi-asset investment portfolio.

    • Direct exposure to equities, hedge funds & PE/VC
    • Broad asset class exposure, real ownership
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  • Assistant Accountant Temp

    Mount Waverley
    Temporary

    Are you an energetic, coachable accounting professional who can pick things up quickly and hit the ground running? Our client is experiencing significant growth and is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support both local and US finance operations. This is a temporary role with a potential pathway to permanency, perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic, expanding environment.

    • Mount Waverley Location | Free on-site parking
    • Fast‑paced, hands‑on role where you'll learn quickly and own your work
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  • Financial Accountant

    Port Melbourne
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We are seeking an experienced and detail-orientated Financial Accountant to join our Finance team. This on-site based role in Port Melbourne role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment alongside a company which has delivered over 2500+ projects across 30+ years.

    • Opportunity to work within a large team
    • $115000-$130000 + super
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  • Senior Accountant

    Glen Waverley
    Temporary

    We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join a thriving organisation in the FMCG sector. This role requires a proactive professional to oversee and manage financial operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

    • 12 month contract | Glen Waverley
    • $120,000 - 130,000 Excluding Superannuation
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  • Senior Management Accountant

    Brooklyn
    Permanent
    AU$130,000 - AU$150,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    As a 2IC to the Financial Controller, you will partner heavily with operations, drive product costing, analysis and process improvement within a fast paced manufacturing organisation.

    • Competitive salary of $130,000 - $150,000 + Super
    • Serve as a genuine 2IC to the Financial Controller.
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  • Junior Accountant - Start ASAP

    Southbank
    Permanent

    Michael Page is proud to partner with a growing FMCG business based in Southbank to recruit a full-time temporary Junior Accountant Role. This role will be great for someone who has an Accounting Degree, with a couple of years of relevant AA experience. Offering a supportive workplace environment, growth opportunities, and 1 day working from home - apply now!

    • Opportunity for extension / permanency
    • Flexibility to work from home - 1 day per week
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  • Asset Accountant - 6 Month Contract

    Western Suburbs Melbourne
    Temporary
    AU$65 - AU$75 per hour

    Seeking an experienced Asset Accountant to join a not-for-profit organisation on a temporary basis in Melbourne. This role offers an opportunity to manage and maintain asset records while contributing to the organisation's financial accuracy.

    • 6 Month Contract
    • Western Suburbs
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  • Management Accountant (Property & Real Estate)

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    An opportunity for a experienced Management Accountant to join a Property and Real Estate Investment organisation based in Melbourne's CBD. Recent organic growth and growth through acquisition has led to the addition this newly created role.

    • Melbourne, CBD
    • Property Management & Investment
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  • Management Accountant

    Chadstone
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We are seeking a Management Accountant to join a leading transport organisation in Melbourne's South East. This role is ideal for someone who wants to go beyond core accounting tasks and apply their expertise to support and enhance financial operations within the Accounting & Finance team.

    • Diverse, value‑adding accounting role
    • Competitive Salary Package
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  • Financial Accountant (Tech) | 2 Days Onsite | CBD

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$110,000 - AU$130,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will work across core financial accounting, compliance, tax and treasury in a high growth, fast paced environment.

    • Rapidly growing, innovative tech company
    • Very flexible working arrangements, 2 days in office
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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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  • Project Accountant | Renewables | CBD | 120-140k package

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$110,000 - AU$125,000 per year

    You will provide hands‑on financial support and analysis to a portfolio of renewable energy assets, namely hydro and wind.

    • CBD location, 3/2 hybrid split
    • Genuinely impactful, interesting work driving the energy transition
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  • Financial Reporting Team Leader

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    We are seeking a skilled Financial Reporting Lead to take charge of financial reporting within the Infrastructure space.

    This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to lead and streamline reporting processes effectively as well as mentor a small team.

    • $120,000 - 125,000 Excluding Superannuation
    • Melbourne, CBD | Hybrid working arrangement
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  • Senior Bookkeeper, Part Time

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$85,000 - AU$100,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    This part‑time Senior Bookkeeper role manages end‑to‑end finance operations, including daily reconciliations, payroll, BAS/IAS lodgements and monthly reporting. It acts as the trusted financial partner to the senior leaders, ensuring accurate records, compliance and smooth financial management for the business.

    • Play a key role as the trusted financial partner to the leadership team.
    • Flexible part‑time structure with autonomy in how you manage your week.
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  • Accounts Payable Officer

    Hawthorn
    Permanent

    Michael Page is proud to partner with an industry-leading retail company based in Hawthorn to recruit a full-time permanent Accounts Payable Officer. Offering a fun workplace environment, growth opportunities, and employee perks - apply now!

    • Prime location Hawthorn - cafes, public transport & more
    • Great workplace environment & culture
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  • Credit Controller

    Epping
    Temporary

    Working closely with the broader finance team, you will take ownership of credit, collections, reconciliations and debtor management as the business continues to grow. This role requires someone who is confident, organised and able to hit the ground running.

    • Pathway to Permanency
    • 5 days on-site | Oracle exp ideal
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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 permanent Accounts Payable Officer 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 - opportunity for growth
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  • Finance Manager

    Port Melbourne
    Permanent

    We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established medium sized organisation in the logistics industry. This role is based in Port Melbourne and offers an exciting opportunity to manage financial operations and contribute to the company's on-going success.

    • Up to $145,000 plus superannuation, pending experience.
    • Lead a team of 2.
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  • Payroll Officer

    Hawthorn
    Permanent
    AU$90,000 - AU$100,000 per year

    Our client, a large and well‑established group experiencing ongoing growth, is seeking an experienced and proactive Payroll Officer to take ownership of their stand‑alone payroll function. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven payroll professional who thrives working autonomously and is confident managing multiple awards.

    • Grow your career in a large, expanding group.
    • Own the payroll function and make a real impact.
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  • Financial Analyst

    Tullamarine
    Permanent

    Join a leading organisation as a Finance Analyst based in Tullamarine. This role involves delivering financial insights, supporting decision-making, and ensuring accurate reporting within the accounting and finance department.

    • Large Privately Owned Company in Melbourne's West
    • Competitive Package & Benefits
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  • Accounts Payable

    Richmond
    Permanent
    AU$70,000 - AU$75,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Are you an experienced Finance Officer looking to make a meaningful impact in the not-for-profit sector? This permanent part time role based in Richmond offers an opportunity to utilise your accounting skills in a rewarding environment.

    • Great business with fantastic culture
    • Part time 4 days per week
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  • Payroll Compliance & Remediation Analyst

    Hawthorn
    Permanent

    Join a high‑impact payroll remediation program where your technical capability, Excel strength, and analytical expertise will directly influence improved outcomes for employees. This is an opportunity to work on meaningful, complex project work - without any BAU processing.

    • Opportunity to work on meaningful, complex project work
    • Develop excel, data analysis & EA/Award interpretation skills
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  • Finance Business Partner

    Chirnside Park
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We're looking for a driven Finance Business Partner to join their finance team in the Chirnside Park. In this role, you'll partner closely with business leaders across the organisation, providing real time insights and analysis, to support the business' strategic direction.

    • Chirnside Park location
    • Outstanding career growth potential
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  • Commercial Analyst | ASX | Temp to Perm

    Chadstone
    Permanent
    AU$110,000 - AU$140,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Join an ASX juggernaut as a Commercial Analyst!

    • Strong scope for permanent
    • 3/2 Hybrid Split
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  • Time and Attendance Officer

    Melbourne
    Temporary
    AU$75,000 - AU$85,000 per year

    We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Time and Attendance Officer to join the Accounting & Finance team within the Transport & Distribution industry. This role, based in Melbourne, requires a professional with strong organisational skills to manage employee timekeeping systems and ensure accurate records.

    • Great opportunity to develop technical skills
    • Temp to perm opportunity for the right candidate
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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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