Our client is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation based in Canberra, offering an engaging and supportive workplace. The organisation values technical expertise and collaboration, creating an environment where finance professionals can make a real impact while developing their skills across diverse areas.

The Opportunity

This position is being offered as a 12 to 18-month non-ongoing contract. The role will give you exposure to a variety of finance activities, the chance to work closely with senior colleagues, and involvement with stakeholders across the wider organisation.

It’s a role well suited to someone who wants to make a meaningful contribution while continuing to broaden their technical expertise and build on their professional capability in a supportive and high-performing environment.

The Role

As a Financial Accountant, you’ll be involved in a broad range of finance functions that will both draw on your existing skills and provide opportunities to grow your capability.

In this role, you will:

• Prepare and process financial journals, work papers, and reconciliations
• Assist with cash management, treasury, and banking activities
• Support the preparation and lodgement of tax and statutory returns
• Contribute to research, analysis, and finance projects
• Provide advice on systems and workflows, recommending improvements where needed
• Assist with internal and external audits
• Support broader finance team activities and contribute across the organisation

The Ideal Person

You’ll bring a strong foundation in accounting and the drive to apply your skills in a small, collaborative finance team. Degree-qualified with around three years’ experience in financial accounting, you may come from government, a large commercial organisation, audit, or tax & business services.

Ideally, you’ll have completed or be progressing towards your CA/CPA, and you’ll be eager to continue building your technical and professional expertise. As a team player, you’ll enjoy supporting colleagues and contributing to shared outcomes in a busy environment.

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

Salary / Rate

$80k - $85k + 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. 20953

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