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  • Strategy Lead | SaaS Unicorn | Newly Created!

    Cremorne
    Permanent
    AU$180,000 - AU$220,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Drive revenue growth strategy through sophisticated SaaS financial modelling, opportunity sizing, and commercial analysis, helping identify and prioritise high-impact growth initiatives.

    • Join a hyper growth SaaS icon!
    • Newly created, highly commercial role.
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  • FP&A Analyst

    Inner Suburbs Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$120,000 - AU$130,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    The FP&A Analyst role in Melbourne's CBD within the construction industry involves supporting strategic decision-making through financial planning and analysis. This permanent position offers a path for growth into a Finance Business Partner role.

    • Exceptional growth opportunity with real structure in place to thrive
    • Large Company with strong opportunity to take initiative
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  • Senior Finance Business Analyst

    Braeside
    Temporary
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    This is an exciting 6-month contract opportunity for a Senior Finance Business Analyst to play a key role in driving financial insights and supporting decision-making within the FMCG industry. Hybrid role based in Melbourne's south-east, you will work closely with stakeholders to provide actionable recommendations and assist the transition to Business Central.

    • Lead finance insights in a dynamic FMCG business.
    • Short-term contract with strong exposure to senior stakeholders.
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  • Finance Business Partner - Entertainment

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    The role focuses on providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

    This role is centred on delivering financial insight and commercial advice to support strategic decision-making, offering a unique opportunity to influence business direction and contribute to board-level discussions.

    • Hybrid working arrangement, Melbourne CBD
    • $130,000-150,000 Excl. Superannuation
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  • Finance Manager

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing complex accounting and financial reporting activities across the retail business, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and strong governance. This permanent position offers the opportunity to leverage deep technical accounting expertise while leading financial operations, enhancing controls, and supporting strategic financial outcomes.

    • One of the world's fastest growing consumer companies
    • $140,000 - $160,000 Excluding Super
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  • Finance Manager

    Port Melbourne
    Permanent

    The role of Finance Manager in the logistics industry, based in Port Melbourne, involves overseeing financial operations and providing strategic financial guidance to support business objectives. This permanent position is a leadership role and the opportunity to contribute to the company's financial success.

    • $150,000 - $160,000 plus superannuation.
    • Port Melbourne location.
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  • UKG Specialist

    Hawthorn
    Permanent

    Join a high-performing organisation where technology investment, executive support, and continuous improvement aren't just buzzwords - they're embedded into the culture.

    • Excellent remuneration
    • Drive transformation & change
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  • Bookkeeper

    Port Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$95,000 - AU$105,000 per year

    Reporting directly to the Directors, this position will be split approximately 50% accounts (AP / AR) and 50% office management and administration. You will work closely with Project Managers and external suppliers and trades to ensure projects run smoothly from a financial and operational perspective.

    • Work-life balance built in, with autonomy to structure your hours
    • Highly diverse role with end-to-end ownership across finance and office ops
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  • Fund Manager

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    As Fund Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance, valuation oversight and strategic management of one or more commercial property funds. Working closely with acquisitions, asset management, finance and external valuation advisors, you will drive investment performance through informed portfolio management, disciplined capital allocation and robust valuation analysis.

    • Small, dynamic firm!
    • Great opportunity for growth!
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  • Assistant Manager

    Melbourne
    Permanent
    AU$110,000 - AU$140,000 per year

    This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Assistant Manager to join a professional services firm specialising in accounting and finance. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of high-quality financial services and solutions to clients.

    • Growing firm!
    • Opportunity to really develop your career
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  • Payroll Officer (Permanent | Fully Remote)

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$95,000 - AU$97,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Join one of Australia's largest ASX-listed employers and take your payroll career to the next level. Thrive in a high-performing, fast-paced environment with genuine long-term growth opportunities and exposure across a nationally recognised organisation.

    • Fully remote
    • ASX
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  • Payroll Manager

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent

    This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact payroll leadership role where systems, compliance and continuous improvement take centre stage.

    If you're motivated by complexity, projects and building best-practice payroll environments, this role will put you at the forefront of real organisational change.

    • Excellent remuneration
    • Fantastic workplace culture
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  • Junior Finance and Commercial Analyst, permanent

    Highett
    Permanent
    AU$95,000 - AU$110,000 per year

    As a Junior Finance and Commercial Analyst, you will play a critical role in supporting financial planning and analysis activities, helping to drive informed decision-making within the logistics sector. This permanent position offers the opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

    • Broad finance & analysis role with direct leadership exposure.
    • Join a growing business and help drive commercial decisions.
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  • Senior Payroll Specialist

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

    Step into a high-impact payroll role where your expertise will shape compliance, systems, and performance at scale.

    Join a future-focused infrastructure organisation investing heavily in best-in-class payroll technology, transformation, and people.

    • Excellent WFH flexibility
    • Fantastic workplace culture
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  • Payroll Specialist (2 days in the office / 3 days WFH)

    Melbourne CBD
    Temporary

    Michael Page are exclusively partnering with a market-leading financial services business to recruit a Payroll Specialist. If you are looking to join one of the best employers in Melbourne - please apply belo!

    • Excellent WFH flexibility
    • Genuine market-leading remuneration
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  • Senior Finance Business Partner

    Chadstone
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    The role of Finance Business Partner in the retail industry involves providing strategic financial insights, partnering with senior exec, and driving business performance. This position is based in South East Melbourne, near CBD.

    • Influence strategy with senior leaders and drive real business impact
    • Flexible work, great culture, and gain strong retail experience
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  • Senior Payroll Officer

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

    Join a high-performing payroll team where accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement are genuinely valued. This is a standout opportunity to step into a business that invests in its people, systems, and future.

    • Excellent WFH flexibility
    • Market leading remuneration package
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  • Payroll Governance & Compliance Specialist

    Moorabbin
    Permanent

    Shape payroll compliance in a large-scale, complex environment where your impact will truly matter. Join a high-profile transformation journey with significant projects, leadership visibility, and clear career progression.

    • Excellent WFH flexibility
    • Highly complex compliance framework, career progression
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  • Payroll Systems Testing Analyst

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

    Michael Page is partnering exclusively with a leading, private equity-backed Australian organisation to appoint a Payroll Systems Testing Analyst into their high-performing payroll function. This is a standout opportunity to combine payroll expertise with systems, testing, and transformation in a business actively investing in its future.

    • PE backed business
    • Major SAP Success Factors ECP Implementation
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  • Remote Payroll Officer

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$90,000 - AU$110,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Looking for a payroll role that gives you true flexibility without compromising on scale or complexity? Step into a high-impact position where your work directly supports one of Australia's largest and most respected organisations.

    • The ultimate flexibility
    • Amazing workplace culture
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  • Investment Manager

    Melbourne
    Permanent

    As an Investment Manager, you will contribute to the ongoing management and performance of a multi-billion-dollar investment portfolio while working closely with internal stakeholders, external investment managers and global investment partners.

    • Our client is a leading Australian industry fund
    • Managing a significant and diversified investment portfolio
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  • Senior Commercial Analyst

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    We are seeking a Senior Commercial Analyst to support strategic decision-making within the retail industry. This role involves financial analysis, forecasting, and providing actionable insights to drive business performance.

    • Gain exposure to a leading retail brand.
    • Directly influence key commercial decisions that drive business performance.
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  • Accounts Receivable Officer, permanent

    Braeside
    Permanent
    AU$70,000 - AU$80,000 per year

    Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their finance team in Braeside. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting strong cash flow outcomes.

    • Fast paced, high volume environment
    • 5 days onsite with onsite parking available
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  • Commercial Finance Manager | Tech Giant | 2 Days Onsite (CBD)

    Melbourne CBD
    Permanent
    AU$180,000 - AU$210,000 per year
    Work from Home or Hybrid

    Partner with senior leaders to drive performance, optimise investment decisions, and shape strategy during a period of exciting expansion.

    • Unrivalled working culture and flexibility
    • Strong internal growth pathways
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  • Finance Manager - Western Subrubs

    Ascot Vale
    Permanent

    Seeking a skilled Finance Manager to oversee and manage financial operations within the health industry. This role focuses on ensuring financial compliance, reporting accuracy, and providing strategic support to drive organisational success.

    • Western Suburbs
    • Permanent Opportunity
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  • Finance Manager

    Clayton
    Permanent

    We are seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and contribute to strategic decision-making within the pharmaceuticals industry. This permanent role offers a fantastic opportunity to excel in a leadership position within the accounting and finance department.

    • Hybrid working arrangement (2/3 split)
    • $120,000-130,000 Excl. Superannuation
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  • Finance Business Partner

    Bundoora
    Permanent
    AU$110,000 - AU$130,000 per year

    Exciting opportunity to lead and manage financial operations. Based in Melbourne's Northern Suburbs, this permanent position requires expertise in accounting and finance to support organisational goals effectively.

    • 6 Weeks Annual Leave
    • 1 ADO per Month
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  • Financial Controller, permanent role

    Keysborough
    Permanent

    This is an excellent opportunity for a Financial Controller to lead the financial operations within the manufacturing industry. Based in Melbourne's southeast, you will oversee accounting and finance functions, ensuring compliance and supporting business growth.

    • Lead finance and influence real business decisions
    • Drive system, process, and commercial improvements
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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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