Senior Financial Accountant

3 weeks ago


Fairfield, Queensland, Australia Randstad Australia Full time

Senior Financial Accountant

Location: North East Melbourne – hybrid (3 days on site)
Contract: 6 months
Hourly Rate: $80–$88 per hour + super
Start Date: ASAP

Randstad is proud to be a preferred recruitment partner with a State Government organisation currently seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join their finance team. This is a contract opportunity with hybrid flexibility, ideal for a technically strong professional with a government background and a keen eye for efficiency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead month-end and year-end financial reporting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and ledger management
  • Prepare high-quality financial statements and ensure compliance with AASB and public sector financial regulations
  • Collaborate across teams to identify and implement financial efficiencies and process improvements
  • Liaise with internal and external auditors, prepare audit documentation, and respond to queries
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to aid strategic decision-making
  • Maintain robust financial controls and ensure data integrity across financial systems
  • Assist with other core accounting functions including accounts payable, receivable, and asset management as required
About You:
  • Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
  • CPA or CA qualified (or working towards – strongly preferred)
  • Demonstrated State Government experience is essential
  • Proven ability to manage month-end processes and produce compliant financial statements
  • Experience working with auditors and leading audit preparation
  • Strong understanding of public sector accounting frameworks, AASB, and financial reporting obligations
  • Proficiency in financial systems including MS Dynamics / Business Central, Great Plains, Magic Performance, and Jet Reporting
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Highly organised with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Why Contract Through Randstad?
  • Hybrid work flexibility
  • Weekly pay cycle
  • Access to exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and wellbeing services
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Randstad consultant

Apply Now
Submit your CV via the Apply button to express your interest in this opportunity.

Please note: A formal position description is not available. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly with further details.

If this role isn't quite right but you're open to new opportunities, feel free to connect for a confidential conversation about your next move.

Applications close: 27 June 2025
A suitable candidate may be appointed prior to the closing date.

experience

3 years

skills

Budgeting, reporting, End of Month, general ledger, stakeholder management, financial analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving, process improvement

qualifications

  • State Government Experience required
  • Tertiary qualification in Accounting
  • Finance
  • or related field
  • CPA or CA preferred
  • Audit experience preferred

education

Vocational/Professional Qualification

State Government Experience required,Tertiary qualification in Accounting,Finance,or related field,CPA or CA preferred,Audit experience preferred
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