EL1 Financial Accountant

HorizonOne Recruitment
Canberra, ACT
A$115,000-$130,000 p/a + Super
Accounting → Financial Accounting & Reporting
Full-time
On-site

Posted 4 days ago


Our client is a prominent national scientific agency supporting research and innovation across Australia. They provide data, analysis, and strategic insights that inform decision-making across environmental, resource, and community initiatives.

Their work spans a range of scientific and technological projects, contributing to government, industry, and broader scientific outcomes.

The Opportunity

This is a 12-month non-ongoing contract with the possibility for extension, offering a unique opportunity to manage a small team and make a real impact.

The role is ideal for someone ready to bring a fresh perspective, challenge existing processes, and explore new ways to improve how things are done.

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

  • Annual and monthly Financial Statements
  • Monthly end process including accruals, prepayments and reconciliations
  • Accounting standards and reporting requirements implementation
  • Assets management including stocktake, revaluation and impairment
  • Audit liaison with ANAO and internal audit
  • Compliance reporting

The Ideal Person

You will likely be working for another government department delivering financial statements as it requires someone to get across the work requirements quickly. You could also be someone who has worked as an external auditor looking to make the transition across to the other side of the desk.

You will be degree qualified and have obtained your CA/CPA qualifications. You will be known for your analytical skills and as well your ability to be a forward think who has strong written and verbal communication skills.

You are likely the go to person in your organisations to provide solutions to problems that arise or look at processes to see if any efficiencies can be gained.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to be considered for this opportunity.

Salary / Rate

$115k - $130k + Super

How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Kristelle Gadd on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. 20883

HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.


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Canberra, ACT, Australia

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