AO5 Senior Finance Officer

Public Sector People are working with a Queensland State Government Department to recruit an AO5 Senior Finance Officer on an initial 5 month contract. With a broad remit and a collaborative corporate services function, this department offers an engaging environment for finance professionals who thrive in complex, high-volume settings.

• Rate: AO5 - $69.21 per hour plus super
• Location: Brisbane CBD
• 5 Month Contract with view to extension

About The Role:

Sitting within the Financial Accounting team under the Corporate, Strategic Investments and Enterprise Finance business group, you will play a key role in supporting the department's financial reporting obligations. Working closely with the Manager, Financial Accounting, you will contribute to month-end processes, financial statement preparation, and the smooth operation of the team's day-to-day functions.

Your Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed movement schedules, lead schedules, reconciliations and note disclosures to support the March hard close and Annual Financial Statements
• Prepare, review and approve key month-end journals and reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner
• Review GR-IR reconciliations on a monthly basis
• Prepare GPEVS for Bulk Accounting billing across multiple service providers
• Assist with banking and receipting processes including BPoint refunds
• Manage and prepare the Quarterly Gifts and Benefits Register for publication
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, guidelines and systems to support sound financial reporting
• Provide information and policy advice to Business Groups and Senior Management
• Provide guidance and support to team members to achieve team goals and objectives
• Participate in projects and ad hoc tasks as required by the Financial Accounting team

To Be Successful You Will Have:

• Demonstrated experience in financial accounting, ideally within a government or large complex organisation
• Strong working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA — this is highly desirable and will set your application apart
• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting hard close processes
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
• A tertiary qualification in Commerce, Business or Accounting and/or membership of CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants ANZ (highly regarded)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to provide clear, non-technical advice to stakeholders
• High attention to detail with excellent planning and organisational skills

To apply, submit your resume detailing your relevant experience. For a confidential discussion, contact the Perry Flynn at Public Sector People.