Accountant

About Melbourne Football Club

With a storied history spanning 168 years, Melbourne Football Club stands as a foundational pillar of Australian Football. Renowned as the world's oldest professional sporting club, we have shaped the game's rules, led its development, and embody values like Trust, Respect, Unity, and Excellence that steer our team and organizational goals.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Accountant to join our Finance team on a full-time permanent basis, located at our East Melbourne offices. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this essential hands-on position manages the precise and prompt execution of the Club’s multi-faceted payroll operations, ensures adherence to statutory requirements, and oversees core financial controls that uphold the integrity of our financial data.

Key Duties

• Maintain the general ledger and integrate data from financial platforms such as payroll systems and CRM tools.
• Conduct reconciliation of balance sheet accounts monthly, including administration of the Fixed Asset Register.
• Manage monthly payroll for administrative personnel, aiding salary and annual leave forecasting.
• Handle fortnightly payroll processing for casual staff along with related journal entries and reconciliations.
• Support football player payroll management, including journal preparation and reconciliations, in collaboration with the Senior Financial Accountant.
• Prepare and file mandatory statutory reports including BAS, Payroll Tax, WorkCover, and Superannuation.
• Coordinate the annual FBT return alongside the Finance Manager or Senior Football Accountant.
• Oversee financial accounting and reporting for the Red & Blue Foundation and Melbourne Sports Operation, encompassing budgeting and stakeholder communication.
• Contribute to cashflow forecasting activities.
• Assist in the annual audit process.
• Support Human Resources with annual remuneration data including Workplace Gender Equality Agency reporting and internal surveys.
• Provide assistance with additional finance-related tasks as required by senior finance personnel.

Candidate Profile

• Possess tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or related disciplines.
• Holding or pursuing CPA or CA accreditation is strongly preferred.
• Have at least four years of professional experience in accounting roles.
• Demonstrate sound understanding of Australian Accounting Standards and taxation laws.
• Exhibit intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Possess experience managing payroll processes.
• Be skilled in accounting software; familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus.
• Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce is advantageous.
• Exhibit excellent relationship-building capabilities to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Show a proactive attitude with the focus on continuous process improvement and positive transformation.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Display excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Adapt well to evolving environments and demonstrate flexibility.

Why Join Melbourne Football Club?

• Benefit from flexible working arrangements supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• Access continuous professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy exclusive experiences related to AFL and AFLW games and events.
• Obtain various sponsor discounts and special offers.
• Receive support for wellbeing via an Employee Assistance Program covering your immediate family, alongside health initiatives including free flu shots, corporate health insurance discounts, and provision of healthy snacks and fresh fruit.

Additional Application Information

If this role aligns with your skills and ambitions, please submit your cover letter and CV in a single document outlining your qualifications and suitability. Applications must be received by Monday, 27 July 2026. Note that owing to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.