The VCAA is a statutory body responsible to the Victorian Minister for Education, serving both government and non-government schools. We provide high quality curriculum, assessment and reporting for all Victorian students, birth to 18 years.

An exciting opportunity exists to join the VCAA in the Corporate Services Division, as Financial Accountant within the Finance Unit.

• Salary: $97,955 - $111,142 pro rata (plus Superannuation of 12%)
• Full time - ongoing role
• Usual hours of work: Full time, FTE 1.0
• Usual work location: 200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential : Bachelor’s degree in Finance - Accounting, or sufficient relevant experience
Desirable : Membership CPA, CA or equivalent will be highly regarded

The purpose of this role is to provide high quality financial accounting support for the unique functions of the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority.

As a Financial Accountant, your key responsibilities include:

• Calculation and processing of fortnightly casual and sessional salaries, and related oncosts
• Preparation and processing of monthly accruals
• Preparation of general ledger reconciliations
• Processing of payments and invoices through financial systems
• Provision of quality customer service through attention to detail and timely response to queries
• Undertaking financial data extracts and analysis for financial reporting and taxation requirements
• Various tasks as directed, to support financial reporting and analysis, compliance, procurement, purchasing, VAGO audit and other month-end processing