Management Accountant

About Port of Newcastle:

Port of Newcastle is more than a port. It exists to build Australia’s prosperity with responsible, integrated and innovative supply chain solutions.

With trade worth approximately $71 billion to the national economy each year, Port of Newcastle enables Australian businesses to successfully compete in international markets.

The port currently handles 4,697 ship movements and 166 million tonnes of cargo annually. With a deepwater shipping channel operating at 50% of its capacity, significant port land available and enviable access to national rail and road infrastructure, Port of Newcastle is positioned to further underpin the future prosperity of the Hunter, NSW and Australia.

As custodians of the region’s critical asset, Port of Newcastle is diversifying its trade as it strives to create a safe, sustainable and environmentally and socially responsible future.

Behind every ship movement, every tonne of cargo, are the people that keep the port operating. Our people are the engine room of our port. Port of Newcastle’s values influence how we develop our strategy, how we measure performance, how we treat our colleagues and how we approach our work at PON. 

About the Opportunity:

Join the Port of Newcastle as a Management Accountant, playing a key role in supporting the Finance function. In this position, you will take ownership of the organisation’s day-to-day property revenue and treasury activities, while contributing to the financial management and performance of the property portfolio.

You will oversee rental invoicing, rent reviews and property-related reporting, as well as manage month-end processes, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis for property revenue and the Property Trust Group. The role also provides exposure to treasury payments, financial analysis, and system and process improvements, offering a varied position with strong involvement across finance operations. 

What you will bring:

To succeed in this role, you will bring strong technical accounting capability, attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

You will have:

• A degree in Accounting or Commerce and completed CA or CPA qualifications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and provide meaningful insights
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling you to work effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Experience working with ERP accounting systems and intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• A proactive attitude, with a willingness to learn and follow direction
• The ability to contribute positively to team culture while supporting broader organisational objectives

What We Offer:

Port of Newcastle provides many benefits for our valued employees, a few of which are:

• Agile work environment
• Focus on professional growth
• 26 week paid Parental Leave for primary carers
• Optional workplace giving program: supporting employees in giving back to the Newcastle community
• Work180 endorsement: PON is recognised as a top 101 employer for women in 2025
• Opportunity to be involved in PON’s Reconciliation Action Plan (Innovate)

How to Apply:

Introduce yourself by submitting your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience, qualifications and why you would like to join our team. If you have any questions about the role, please contact P&C Advisor, Zoe Ronalds at zoe.ronalds@pon.com.au 

The Port of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged.

Port of Newcastle acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters of Newcastle Harbour, the Awabakal and Worimi People, and pays respect to all Elders past, present and emerging.