
Dynamic Management Accountant with extensive experience at Liverpool City Council, excelling in financial reporting and budget administration. Proven track record in formulating strategies that enhance operational efficiency and mitigate budget risks. Adept at collaborating with diverse teams, leveraging strong analytical skills and leadership to drive financial sustainability and support complex financial management initiatives.
Management Accountant.
Liverpool City Council, Oct 2025 to present.
1) Partnering and coaching a nominated client group of directors, managers, and coordinators on financial management responsibilities.
2) Formulating and managing capital and operating budgets.
Identifying budget risks and developing strategies.
3) Comprehensive financial impact analysis on new initiatives, setting and reviewing fees and charges.
4) Understanding of Council’s broader obligation to be financially sustainable.
Supporting the client group to manage more complex financial management matters (including restructures, internally/externally restricted reserve funds, grant applications, and tender evaluations).
Effectively managing the relationship with the client group through building and maintaining an understanding of their business and need for financial resources.
4) Collaborating with the central management accounting team to formulate the Council’s annual budget and Long Term Financial Plan, which aligns with the service levels specified in the Delivery and Operational Plans and incorporates the financial implications resulting from changes to Australian Accounting Standards and the OLG Code of Accounting Practices.
5) Consulting, supporting, and advising the client group on the development and implementation of financial management strategies, including those specified in the Long Term Financial Plan.
6) Performing activity-based service costing of Council services for inclusion in Financial Statements and Operational Business Plans.
7) Performing monthly budget variance analysis and forecasting the financial position to year-end.
8) Reviewed and ensured compliance with local government regulations and standards.
9) Monitored budget performance against actual results, identified discrepancies, and recommended corrective actions.
1) Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with company standards.
Managed team performance by providing training, and mentoring support.
Developed operational strategies to improve workflow efficiency and effectiveness.
Available upon Request