About the Company
Our client is a highly regarded agriculture research organisation that combines the rural traditions of its Queensland Agricultural College heritage with innovative research and teaching facilities. Based at the Gatton campus, the organisation partners with industry, government, and researchers to deliver impactful projects that advance agriculture, sustainability and environmental outcomes.
About the Role
This is a true business partnering position with a strong focus on projects. Reporting to the Senior Management Accountant, you will provide financial advice and project accounting services to senior project leaders and grant holders. Your work will directly support decision making around cost management, grant compliance, budgeting and forecasting.
Success in this role comes from your ability to work autonomously. You will partner with stakeholders, guide project leaders and provide insights that shape financial strategies without needing to rely heavily on a team.
Key responsibilities include:
* Partnering with project leaders to provide financial advice and support
* Developing and managing project budgets, forecasts and reporting
* Ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, policies and funding requirements
* Preparing business cases to guide strategy and prioritisation
* Building trusted relationships as the go-to financial advisor for your portfolio
This position offers a hybrid working model with 2 days in office and 3 days working from home.
About You
We are seeking a proactive and confident accounting professional who thrives in an advisory and project-based environment.
You will bring:
* Degree qualifications in Accounting, Business or Commerce (CPA or CA qualified or working towards)
* Strong financial accounting, analysis and reporting skills
* Proven experience in project accounting and business partnering
* The ability to work independently and take ownership of your portfolio
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Experience advising in complex, compliance-driven environments
Benefits
* Hybrid model: 2 days in office and 3 days working from home
* Competitive salary package with 17% superannuation
* Be recognised as a true business partner, not just a back-office accountant
* Opportunity to influence the success of innovative projects in agriculture and sustainability
A role with both autonomy and impact, where your expertise is valued
For Candidates Not Residing Locally
If you do not reside near Gatton, the organisation offers free transport between their Brisbane office and Gatton, with travel time counted as part of your working day. Use your commute to catch up on emails, prepare for meetings, or simply enjoy the convenience of hassle-free travel.
Apply now if you are looking for a role where you can operate with autonomy, influence decision making and contribute to research projects that shape the future.
Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Casey Glase on +61 0468912571, quoting reference JN -082025-41108. Want to know more about Davidson? Visit us at www.davidsonwp.com
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