Senior Finance Advisor

About Our Client This Department plays a vital role in delivering essential transport services to the community. It is a well-established entity with a strong reputation for maintaining high standards in accounting and finance.

Job Description

Work within a large State Government Department

Contract opportunity with potential for long term extension

Prepare and manage fortnightly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations, including Paid Parental Leave Scheme (PPLS), payroll, Superstream, long service leave, and Human Resource Information System (HRIS).

Complete journals, clearing accounts, and registers while ensuring compliance with financial policies and standards.

Monitor and assess the department's general ledger through controlled reviews and reconciliation exercises.

Perform accrual sampling by investigating supporting documentation to ensure compliance with internal controls and accuracy in financial transactions.

Within the Financial Accounting unit, assist in preparing interim and 30 June financial statements, including analytical reviews of material movements.

Prepare quarterly Tridata reporting submissions to Treasury and other financial reports, ensuring alignment with organisational and regulatory requirements.

Support clients by preparing correspondence, managing open item management in SAP, and providing guidance on financial policies, procedures, and operational issues.

Review policies, practices, and procedures to identify opportunities for business improvement and internal control enhancements.

Contribute to a collaborative team environment by assisting colleagues, undertaking research and analysis of complex financial and general ledger issues, and implementing effective solutions to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.

Building and maintaining effective, co-operative relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including Regions, Divisions and Business units and external agencies.

The Successful Applicant To be successful in the role you should have:

Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and practices for financial management.

Demonstrated ability in financial support services including the use of general ledger and financial reporting, systems, spreadsheets and associated database applications

An ability to clearly and concisely communicate both verbally and in writing.

Personal commitment and prioritisation skills to achieve deadlines within agreed timeframes and competing priorities.

Demonstrate knowledge and skills in analysis, investigation, experience and judgement to make informed recommendations and provide strategic advice.

Although not mandatory, a degree or equivalent in accounting, commerce or business administration is highly desirable.

Membership of CPA Australia or the Institute of Chartered Accountants or a similar professional body would also be highly regarded.

What's on Offer

Hourly rate of $79.18

Temporary role offering valuable experience in the public sector.

Opportunity to work with a well-regarded organisation in Brisbane.

If this role looks of interest we encourage you to apply today!

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