Management Accountant

Haileybury welcomes applications for the role of Management Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a Full-time, ongoing (1.0 FTE), commencing 27 July 2026.

The Management Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards. The role prepares monthly financial reports, performs balance sheet reconciliations, analyses staffing costs against budget, and partners with departments to support financial management.

It also plays a key role in the annual budgeting process, including financial modelling, scenario analysis, and providing budget holders with monthly financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

As the Management Accountant, you will:

• Prepare monthly financial reports, reconciliations and analysis to support informed decision-making.
• Monitor staffing costs and FTE movements against budget and provide financial insights to stakeholders.
• Partner with departments to support budget management, reporting and financial performance.
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets, budget revisions, financial modelling and scenario analysis.
• Develop and maintain financial reports and analytical tools to improve business performance.
• Manage purchase orders and corporate expense card acquittals.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of finance policies, procedures and processes.
• Undertake project work, financial analysis and other duties to support the Finance team and broader school community.

About You

At Haileybury we are seeking exceptional people. We are looking for a team player who brings the following skills and experience:

• 3+ years' management accounting experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours when working with children.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft 365 and intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, organised and able to maintain confidentiality.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and data entry skills.

Why work for us?

• Competitive salary, with further career development and opportunities.
• Ongoing professional and personal development.
• Excellent on-site facilities, grounds and working environment.
• Supportive, hybrid and flexible work options.
• Employee leave benefits such as paid parental leave and additional personal leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Various financial benefits to employees through discount partnership programs and salary packaging options.

Want to find out more?

To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” button to be directed to our online recruitment portal. Please note we do not accept emailed applications.

Applications close: (10:00 am) Monday, 29 June 2026.

Interviews may be conducted prior to the application closing date.

Successful applicants must have the right to work in Australia and either hold, or be willing to obtain, a current National Police Check and an Employee Working With Children Check prior to commencement.

Haileybury is committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy child protection screening and adhere at all times to the schools’ Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, ( https://www.haileybury.com.au/policies).

Haileybury is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and create an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.