Our government client is launching a newly independent entity, and they’re looking for an experienced Principal Accountant (AO7) to take the lead. If you thrive in transformation, enjoy autonomy, and have a passion for clean financials, this is your moment to shape a finance function from the ground up!

What’s in it for you?

• Immediate start | 3-month contract (with potential opportunity to apply for permanency)
• Supportive, high-performing team culture
• Competitive pay: $128,600 + Super - $135,000 per hour + Super
• Employment: Temporary (directly employed by the government)
• Strategic impact: Establish critical financial processes for a new agency
• Central CBD location with up to 2 WFH days/week after onboarding

About the Role
As the sole finance professional, you’ll be the driving force behind the agency’s financial reporting. This is more than month-end close—you’ll be enabling a statutory body to operate independently, bringing best-practice accounting into a fresh, agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of financial statements in compliance with AASB and whole-of-government requirements
• Manage the integrity of the general ledger and perform complex reconciliations
• Prepare budget submissions and monthly management reports
• Complete month-end processes and forecasting tasks
• Liaise with auditors and prepare audit-ready workpapers
• Coordinate GST and FBT returns and ensure compliance with taxation obligations
• Handle Tridata reporting, including payments and claims for leave schemes
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience preparing financial statements and performing high-level reconciliations
• Solid understanding of accounting standards (AASB) and government reporting
• Strong attention to detail and analytical capability
• Ability to work autonomously in a sole finance role
• Proficiency in Excel (intermediate to advanced)
• Exposure to SAP, Technology One, and Tridata preferred
• Prior Queensland Government experience (highly desirable)

Qualifications

• Highly desirable: CPA or CA qualification
• Candidates with significant hands-on experience in financial and management accounting

This is your chance to be part of something new—leading core financial operations during a foundational period for a public sector organisation. If you’re ready to shape, streamline, and deliver, apply now and drive real impact!

Apply now for this high-impact finance role.