Financial & Capital Accountant

• A role where you drive the outcomes
• Full time, permanent opportunity
• Starting at $116,741 + 12% superannuation

About the Opportunity 

As part of the Financial Planning & Reporting team, the Financial & Capital Accountant plays a key role in preparing the annual statutory financial statements for the Corporation of the City of Adelaide and its Subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with relevant Accounting Standards and legislative requirements. The role provides trusted financial planning, analysis and advice to the Capital Program, supporting effective financial management and decision-making across Council’s major projects and programs.

The Financial & Capital Accountant partners with stakeholders to deliver accurate financial planning, management accounting and performance reporting that supports strategic outcomes. This includes maintaining the Council’s fixed asset register in line with the Australian Accounting Standards and internal policies, overseeing financial governance for projects and programs, and advising on the accounting treatment for grants and funding arrangements. The role also supports the preparation of taxation returns including BAS and FBT, contributes to process improvement initiatives, and assists with ad-hoc projects as required.

In addition to providing hands-on financial support, the position plays an important role in building financial capability across the organisation through mentoring and training. This includes delivering financial system inductions and developing understanding of management accounting principles and processes.

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About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Commerce, Finance, Accounting or related field, and will be CA or CPA qualified
• Significant accounting experience incorporating analysis and problem-solving principles within a medium to large organisation.
• Working knowledge of accounting and business disciplines including financial accounting, compliance reporting, base budget development, variance reporting and systems development and improvement.
• Able to demonstrate prior experience in their ability to identify trends in data and highlight areas requiring focus, including the provision of advice for decision making.
• Ability to provide financial advice and support to Council employees across the organisation.
• A commitment to internal and external customers demonstrated through the provision of timely, reliable, and expert advice on matters within area of responsibility.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference.  We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Danielle Pedler on 08 8203 7325.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Danielle Pedler, Corporate Accountant.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close 11:59pm, 30 November 2025.

Please be advised this is full time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 7 Classification starting at $116,741 + 12% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au