Senior Finance Officer

We're looking for a temporary AO6 Senior Finance Officer to play a key role in supporting the department's financial management operations. Based at 1 William Street, Brisbane, this role focuses on financial accounting, reporting and asset management, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and Treasury processes. This is a role for a technically skilled finance professional who enjoys working in a collaborative team, balancing detailed accounting tasks with opportunities to influence business improvements.

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As Senior Finance Officer, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality financial services that support the department's operations and statutory obligations. Your work will include preparing annual financial statements, supporting whole-of government reporting, and ensuring month-end and year-end processes are completed accurately and on time. You'll also manage key aspects of asset accounting, including maintaining the asset register, coordinating stocktakes, overseeing the asset revaluation process and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.

Your day might include reviewing reconciliations, preparing journals, supporting Treasury reporting, or advising managers on accounting issues. You'll also provide analysis and insight that supports decision-making, ensuring financial information is reliable, accurate and compliant. With your strong technical expertise, you'll contribute to the development of policies, procedures and systems that strengthen financial governance and reporting practices.

The role requires attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and advanced capability with financial systems and Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of Tier 1 ERP finance systems is highly desirable, as is a relevant accounting qualification with CPA/CA accreditation. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and deadlines are critical, and where your contribution makes a direct impact on the department's financial integrity and performance.

To Apply, Please Submit

• A current resume detailing your relevant experience
• A cover letter addressing:
• Delivering financial accounting services, including reporting, analysis and compliance
• Using ERP finance systems and advanced Excel skills to support financial management
• Providing expert advice and solutions on complex accounting and financial matters
• Supporting business improvements in financial systems, processes and reporting

Why work for us?
The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development (NRMMRRD) plays a critical role in supporting Queenslanders across the state—from Cairns to Mount Isa to Warwick—by delivering strong regional outcomes, fostering local economies, and strengthening government community partnerships. As stewards of over 60% of Queensland's land and key supporters of industries such as mining and manufacturing, our reach and impact are vast.

We Offer
We are committed to putting our people first—empowering staff, celebrating success, and encouraging innovation. Our workplace is mobile, flexible, inclusive and respectful, and we are focused on growing united, capable leaders. For more information, visit:

• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options
• Flexible working options supporting work-life balance
• Generous leave provisions across the Queensland public sector
• Professional career development and training opportunities
• Relocation assistance and provisions
• The chance to help #DeliveringforQueensland and be part of Queensland's long-term prosperity

Benefits
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Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Occupational group
Accounting and Finance