Senior Financial Accountant

At WorkCover Queensland our vision is to be the best worker's compensation insurer, to make a positive difference to people's lives and to keep Queenslanders working. Our flexible work environment allows you to be your best every day and contribute to the big picture.

Our organisation is made up of individuals who collaborate and seek to engage others, working together as One Team. We embrace diversity and value people who bring personal energy and authenticity to everything they do. If you're someone with a strong values-oriented compass and you want to achieve sustainable outcomes, you will find a great community at WorkCover.

We are seeking a
Senior Financial Accountant
who will be instrumental in upholding the integrity of our financial reporting processes. This is a valuable opportunity to apply your technical expertise and collaborative approach within an organisation committed to the highest standards of excellence, while contributing to a dynamic, forward-thinking team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver accurate quarterly and annual financial statements for both WorkCover Queensland's consolidated accounts and the WorkCover Employing Office's standalone financial reports, ensuring full compliance with Australian Accounting Standards (AASB).
• Prepare financial reporting packs for internal and external stakeholders and analyse variances and provide commentary on financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders, including coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors to support timely completion and resolution of audit queries.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and ensure policies are consistently applied.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures.
• Lead the preparation of key financial reporting reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of items.
• Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvements in financial reporting processes, internal controls, and reporting quality.
• Contribute to team goals by coaching and supporting colleagues and bringing a solutions-focused approach.

About You:

We're looking for a finance professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. You will bring:

• CA/CPA qualification and tertiary qualifications in accounting (mandatory).
• 5+ years' experience in financial reporting, ideally within chartered or corporate settings (insurance/financial services experience highly regarded).
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards, auditing requirements, and reporting frameworks.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to quickly learn finance systems (TechnologyOne experience desirable).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across the business.
• A proactive mindset, with proven ability to identify improvements and deliver high-quality outcomes under deadlines.

A bit about us:

Working in a collaborative team environment within a supportive and engaged organisation, you'll enjoy a hybrid work model, access to personalised learning and development opportunities and the holistic support of our health and wellbeing program. We offer industry competitive salaries, a generous superannuation scheme (including co-contribution) and study assistance. You can find out more about our Employee Benefits by visiting Working at WorkCover Qld.

How do I apply?

Please submit your resume and covering letter to Rebecca Williams.

We are committed to ensuring WorkCover reflects the diversity of the Queensland community. We welcome applications from First Nations peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+SB community, people of all ages, people who are neurodivergent, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

To provide you the best experience, we can support with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our recruitment team during your conversation with them.

Pre-employment checks will be conducted on all prospective employees. This will include a Right to Work in Australia Check, Police Check, Education Check, Reference Check and where appropriate a Visa Check. The information provided will be treated as confidential in accordance with the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld).

Please Note: WorkCover does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and will not be liable for related fees. All recruitment is managed internally. Agencies must not represent or promote WorkCover roles without prior written authorisation.