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  • Financial Accountant

    Port Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$90,000 - AU$105,000 per year

    Step into a high‑impact Financial Accountant role with one of Australia's most respected automotive organisations. Based on site in Port Melbourne, you'll partner closely with dealership leadership and a high‑performing finance team to drive financial accuracy, operational excellence, and streamlined processes across multiple sites, an ideal next step for an experienced accountant seeking influence, ownership, and visibility.

    • $90 000-$105 000 salary + super
    • benefits including discounts on financial services and health and wellbeing
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  • Assistant Accountant, permanent

    Camberwell
    Permanent
    AU$75,000 - AU$85,000 per year

    The Assistant Accountant will play a crucial role in supporting the Accounting & Finance department by ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in financial services, looking to grow in a permanent role based in Camberwell.

    • Great step‑up role with broad exposure and real learning opportunities
    • Supportive team that invests in your development and helps you grow
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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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  • 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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  • 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 (Systems & Transformation)

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

    Join an iconic Australian retailer, contributing to both core financial reporting and also exciting finance transformation and systems accounting projects.

    • Embrace a genuine licence to process improve and support transformation.
    • Exceptional company culture
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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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  • Junior Accountant - Start ASAP

    Southbank
    Temporary

    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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  • 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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  • Senior Financial Accountant - ASAP start

    Malvern East
    Temporary

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Financial Accountant to join a fast-paced team within the retail industry. This temporary role is ideal for a motivated professional with a strong background in accounting and finance. Working Holidays also welcome to apply.

    • Immediate Start - Contract to Permanent
    • $110,000-130,000 Excluding Superannuation
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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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  • Senior Payroll Officer - 2 days in the office per fortnight!

    Derrimut
    Permanent

    Michael Page is exclusively partnering with a leading NFP organisation to recruit a permanent Senior Payroll Officer. If you are looking to join a values led organisation who offer genuine market-leading WFH flexibility and work-life balance, please apply below!

    • 80% WFH, 20% in the office
    • Join purpose driven NFP
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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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  • SAP Payroll Systems Analyst

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$140,000 - AU$150,000 per year

    Be part of a business that's scaling fast and invests heavily in doing payroll the right way. Join a high‑growth, private equity backed organisation where flexibility, transformation, and best‑practice payroll compliance are front and centre.

    • Amazing WFH flexibility
    • High-growth business
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  • Senior Payroll Officer

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$130,000 - AU$140,000 per year

    Michael Page is partnering with a highly recognisable, large, and fast-paced organisation to recruit a Senior Payroll Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that values continuous improvement and offers outstanding flexibility and culture.

    • Market-leading remuneration
    • Excellent WFH flexibility
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  • Payroll Team Lead

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$160,000 - AU$180,000 per year

    Michael Page is partnering with a leading private equity backed organisation experiencing significant growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic business that values innovation and continuous improvement.

    • Market-leading remuneration
    • Leadership & Continuous Improvement focus
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  • Senior Payroll Officer/Lead - can be remote!

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$100,000 - AU$105,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Michael Page is partnering with a leading purpose-driven organisation to recruit a permanent Senior Payroll Officer/Lead. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has coached others and is ready to take their first step into leadership, or for an experienced leader seeking more flexibility and the chance to work for a purpose-driven organisation.

    • Can be remote!
    • Amazing purpose driven organisation
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  • Financial Planning & Analyst

    Clayton
    Permanent
    AU$125,000 - AU$140,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Are you a talented Financial Planning & Analyst professional excited about the prospects of joining an experienced and dedicated organisation within the Construction industry? This permanent role in Clayton offers an exciting opportunity to work with an organisation which pride themselves on being extremely well organised, highly knowledgeable, confident, accessible, and thorough in their approach to each project.

    • $125 000 to $140 000 + super
    • Exceptional Health Insurance Benefits
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  • Senior FP&A Analyst - Education Sector- Melbourne

    Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$150,000 - AU$170,000 per year

    This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior FP&A candidate. The role focuses on strategic financial modelling, revenue analysis, and supporting informed decision-making, This role works with a leading Education institute.

    • 12 month FTC with a leading Education Institution
    • End‑to‑end ownership of the student revenue forecasting process
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  • Senior Business Analyst

    Melbourne CBD
    Temporary
    AU$70 - AU$75 per hour
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We're looking for a Senior Business Analyst & Partnering professional to join a 3 month contract with a Victorian Government client.

    • Vic Gov | 3 month contract
    • $70/hr + super
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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 Manager

    Port Melbourne
    Permanent

    We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure the effective management of resources within the construction industry. This on-site based role in Port Melbourne role offers a unique opportunity to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment and be a part of a rapidly growing business with a great organisational culture.

    • Newly created role in a growing business.
    • $135,000 - $150,000 plus superannuation, pending experience.
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  • Financial Controller

    Ferntree Gully
    Permanent

    The role requires a skilled professional to oversee financial operations and provide strategic insights. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to accounting and finance functions in a dynamic environment.

    The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing operational finance, finance operations, control, audit requirements & also assist the CFO and Head of Finance with FP&A and business planning.

    • $150,000 - 160,000 Excluding Superannuation
    • Hybrid working arrangement - ASAP Start
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  • Finance Manager

    Cranbourne
    Temporary

    We are seeking a proactive and results-oriented Finance Manager to oversee and manage financial operations within the property industry. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making while ensuring compliance and financial efficiency.

    • ASAP start, $140,000-180,000 Excluding Superannuation
    • Immediate start, on-site, Cranbourne
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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Financial Controller

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent

    As a Finance Controller, you will oversee the financial operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency for the team and wider business. This role involves driving financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support business success in the freight management and solutions industry. This role will be predominately on-site with flexibility on office times offered for the successful candidate.

    • $150K - $160K plus superannuation.
    • Medium-sized freight solutions company.
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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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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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