Project Officer

Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com

Location Narre Warren, Victoria, Australia
Salary AUD 63 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Project Officer – Reconciliation (Finance)
Narre Warren Location | $63 per hour + super | ASAP start to 28 August

We’re currently seeking an experienced Project Officer – Reconciliation to support a local government organisation on a short-term contract through to 28 August.
This role will focus on clearing a backlog of financial reconciliations and supporting upcoming financial reporting cycles.

About the role
This is a hands-on finance role where you’ll play a key part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data across multiple systems, with a strong focus on reconciliation and general ledger alignment.

Key responsibilities
  • Perform complex reconciliations between subsidiary ledgers and the General Ledger
  • Investigate and resolve financial variances through detailed analysis
  • Prepare and process journal adjustments, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Produce reconciliation reports, highlighting discrepancies and recommended actions
  • Reconcile debtor control accounts and resolve outstanding balances
  • Support financial period close processes
  • Assist with clearing backlog reconciliation tasks across multiple business units
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and improve data integrity
  • Identify opportunities to improve reconciliation processes and system use
About you
  • Strong experience in financial reconciliations within a complex environment
  • Demonstrated ability to investigate and resolve financial discrepancies
  • Experience preparing journal entries and working within general ledger frameworks
  • Proficiency using TechnologyOne CiA (highly regarded)
  • Previous experience in local government is highly desirable
  • High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
  • Able to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
This is a great opportunity to step into a critical finance project role, contributing to key reconciliation and reporting outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.



At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.

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Who is hiring for the Project Officer role?
Chandler Macleod is hiring for the Project Officer position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Project Officer job located?
The Project Officer role with Chandler Macleod is based in Narre Warren, VIC, AU.
What does the Project Officer role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Project Officer role at up to AUD 63 per hour.
Is the Project Officer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Project Officer role?
The Project Officer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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