Cost Accountant

We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens. 

As a company, we’re passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities.  

Why you'll love this role as Cost Accountant at Civica

We are looking for a meticulous and analytical Cost Accountant to assist with our G&A operations. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality financial insights, supporting functional leaders, and ensuring strong cost governance across the organization.

You will collaborate closely with Finance leadership and various cross-functional teams to deliver precise reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis that facilitates informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with G&A functional leaders to provide financial support and analysis
• Conduct monthly reviews of G&A costs, including preparation of accruals and prepayments
• Produce high-quality and insightful variance analysis to explain financial movements
• Support forecast review sessions, including system updates and financial modelling
• Review and challenge forecast changes to help functions meet budget targets
• Assist in delivering accurate and timely business plans
• Collaborate with the Central Finance team on month-end processes and reporting
• Manage the capital expenditure (CapEx) process, including:
• Review and approval of CapEx requests
• Consolidation and forecasting of Group CapEx and depreciation
• Participate in purchase requisition approval processes
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and decision support as required

Requirements

What you will need to be successful in this role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented and commercially aware finance professional with strong analytical capability and the confidence to partner with stakeholders across the business.

• 3–5 years of experience in management accounting, cost accounting, or similar finance roles
• Experience supporting business functions with budgeting and forecasting
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Workday) preferred
• Strong involvement in month‑end reporting processes
• Experience in variance analysis, accruals, and prepayments
• Exposure to financial planning and CapEx processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems
• Effective stakeholder management and business partnering skills

Preferred Qualification and skills:

• Professional accounting qualification such as CA, CMA (India), CIMA, ACCA or equivalent
• MBA (Finance) from a recognised institution may also be considered
• Prior experience in a similar role within a large organisation
• Knowledge of SUN and Workday financial systems

We Want You to Bring Your Whole Self to Work
There is no such thing as the perfect candidate, so if you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point on the list above, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

Benefits

Why you'll love working with us.

We know that when our people are happy, they will work better and have greater work satisfaction. Here's what you can expect:

We're all different - and we love this about us.

We provide an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment to all Civicans - there are heaps of opportunities to enable you to grow and be your best.   

Giving culture - we encourage you to "give back" with benefits such as our Days of Difference leave where you can volunteer for a charity of your choice.

Flexible Work - we have the technology and tools to support you to work from home and come into our offices now and then to catch up and socialise with colleagues.

Apply for this job - Become part of something special Do you see yourself in this role? If so, then we would love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. In fact, we strongly believe that diversity of experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better company and better outcomes.