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Asset Accountant - 6 Month Contract

Michael Page
Melbourne Full-day Temporary

Description:

    • Own and maintain the organisation's fixed asset registers, ensuring accuracy and compliance
    • Provide timely, high-quality asset and lease reporting for internal and external stakeholders
    • Advise on accounting treatment of capital projects and asset capitalisation
    • Prepare depreciation budgets, forecasts and variance analysis
    • Manage asset revaluations, impairment reviews and useful life assessments
    • Oversee rolling asset stock takes and system controls
    • Partner with Facilities, Procurement and Finance on asset life cycle management
    • Monitor changes to accounting standards (including leases and assets) and provide expert guidance
    • Drive improvements in asset processes, systems and controls



Requirements:

  • Extensive experience in fixed asset accounting and Australian Accounting Standards
  • Strong background in capital project accounting and lease accounting
  • Experience working in large, multi-faceted organisations (public sector, education, health or infrastructure advantageous)
  • Advanced systems capability (large ERP environments essential)
  • Well-developed stakeholder engagement and advisory skills
  • High attention to detail, sound judgement and the ability to manage confidential information

Conditions:

  • Hourly rate between AUD 65 and 79.
  • 6-month temporary contract with potential for extension.
  • Opportunity to work within a respected not-for-profit organisation.
  • Collaborative and professional work environment in Melbourne.
22 Jan 2026;   from: michaelpage.com.au

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