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  • Finance Business Partner- Melbourne

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

    The role is responsible for delivering high‑quality financial leadership, planning, analysis and strategic advice across a specialised portfolio, including budgeting, forecasting, modelling and insightful reporting to support senior decision‑makers.

    • Stakeholder focused role working with C-Suite and ELT
    • Support the core business in driving profit, revenue and commercial gains
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  • Policy and Assurance Lead- Melbourne- Education sector

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

    A great opportunity for a Policy and Assurance Lead to shape organisation‑wide policy governance and internal controls in the for‑purpose sector. You'll drive data‑led compliance, strengthen risk management, support audit activity, and uplift governance maturity through strong frameworks, continuous improvement, and senior‑level engagement.

    • Drive governance impact in a high‑profile, sector‑leading education institute.
    • Lead policy and assurance uplift with real influence across senior stakeholders.
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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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  • FP&A Manager

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    We are seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to join a leading organisation in the SaaS industry. This role focuses on financial planning, analysis, and providing strategic insights to support business decision-making.

    • $150,000-160,000 Excl. Superannuation
    • Melbourne CBD, SaaS
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  • Financial Analyst

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll lead budgeting, forecasting, month‑end analysis and KPI dashboards while partnering with sales, service and parts to drive performance across a complex, asset‑heavy, multi‑site operation. You'll translate data into clear decisions, streamline processes, improve controls, and support growth with pricing, margin and working-capital insights.

    • Work for a Large Industry Leading Corporation
    • Competitive Salary and Benefits
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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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  • Payroll Manager ($140K+ super 250 employees)

    St Kilda
    Permanent
    AU$140,000 - AU$145,000 per year

    Michael Page is partnering with a leading global organisation to recruit a Payroll Manager for their Australia & New Zealand operations.

    • Market-leading remuneration
    • Global organisation with a genuinely amazing culture
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  • Finance Manager/FBP | Booming Retail Startup

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

    Join a rapidly growing start up in the retail sector as a Finance Manager!

    • Join a rapidly scaling, highly profitable Melbourne based start up!
    • Immediate start available
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  • Group Finance Manager

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    We are seeking a skilled and experienced Group Finance Manager to lead financial operations within the retail industry.

    • ASX listed - Inner suburbs/City Fringe
    • Hybrid working arrangement
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  • Business Advisory Manager

    Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$145,000 - AU$165,000 per year

    We are seeking a qualified and experienced Business Advisory Manager to join a professional services firm in Melbourne. This role focuses on providing exceptional accounting and finance services to clients, ensuring the delivery of high-quality business advisory solutions.

    • Great to opportunity to develop your career
    • Amazing work/life balance
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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Senior Commercial Analyst

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

    High‑growth company seeking a Senior Commercial Analyst to drive planning, performance, and decision support across a multi‑site network. You'll blend hands‑on modelling with sharp commercial partnering to lift profitability and speed of execution while leading and mentoring two analysts

    • Work for an ASX listed multi-billion dollar company
    • Visibility with senior leadership and strong pathways across the group
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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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  • 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 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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  • 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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  • Senior Internal Auditor | Iconic Business | 12 Month Contract | CBD

    Melbourne
    Temporary
    AU$115,000 - AU$120,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Reporting to the internal audit manager, you will lead end to end financial and operational audits.

    • Join an iconic business that offers strong work life balance
    • Join a high performing team
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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Head of Finance

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    This is an exciting opportunity for a Head of Finance to lead the Accounting & Finance department within a thriving business services organisation. Based in Melbourne, the role requires a highly skilled professional to drive financial strategies and manage key financial operations effectively.

    • Direct exposure to executive leadership, the Board, and key stakeholders
    • High-performance culture with access to experienced commercial leaders
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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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  • FP&A Analyst

    Rowville
    Permanent
    AU$125,000 - AU$135,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Join a reputable Manufacturing company as an FP&A Analyst based in Rowville. This role requires a skilled professional to manage financial planning and analysis, contributing to the Accounting & Finance department's success.

    • Opportunity to work in a multinational FMCG environment
    • Thrive in a newly created and dynamic role
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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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