Accountant and Finance Officer

7 hours ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia HorizonOne Recruitment Full time
Unlock Your Potential in Federal Government Finance and Accounting

We are seeking experienced accountants and finance professionals to join our team in various Federal Government roles. With a strong focus on finance and accounting, these opportunities will allow you to add value to a single entity and be generously compensated for your skills and experience.

The Opportunity

We have multiple non-ongoing contract opportunities available in the Federal Government, offering a chance to work in a dynamic and challenging environment. Our holistic approach ensures a strong cultural and skills match, ensuring you find the right fit for your goals and flexibility requirements.

The Roles
  • APS5/6 Finance Business Partner in a large federal government department
  • APS6 Cost Recovery role in a large federal government department
  • APS5/6 System Accountant (Technology One specialist) in a small agency
  • APS6 Senior Finance Officer - Budget in a small agency
  • APS5/6 Financial Accountant in a small federal government agency
  • EL1 Financial Accountant in a large federal government
The Ideal Candidate

You will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in an accounting or finance role within the private or public sector. You are highly regarded for your robust financial capabilities, as well as your excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You have developed a solid understanding of Commonwealth financial frameworks in at least one specialisation, such as Financial Accounting, Travel, CBMS, Finance Systems, Finance Business Partnering, Management Accounting, Internal Budget, External Budgets, System Accountant, or Financial Reporting.

What We Offer

Salary / Rate: $80k - $130k + Super

We encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities, and backgrounds. If you are interested in exploring these opportunities, please click on the appropriate link or contact Eileen Cheng for a confidential discussion.



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