Senior Financial Accountant
Location: North East Melbourne – hybrid (3 days on site)
Contract: 6 months
Hourly Rate: $80–$88 per hour + super
Start Date: ASAP
Randstad is proud to be a preferred recruitment partner with a State Government organisation currently seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join their finance team. This is a contract opportunity with hybrid flexibility, ideal for a technically strong professional with a government background and a keen eye for efficiency and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead month-end and year-end financial reporting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and ledger management
- Prepare high-quality financial statements and ensure compliance with AASB and public sector financial regulations
- Collaborate across teams to identify and implement financial efficiencies and process improvements
- Liaise with internal and external auditors, prepare audit documentation, and respond to queries
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to aid strategic decision-making
- Maintain robust financial controls and ensure data integrity across financial systems
- Assist with other core accounting functions including accounts payable, receivable, and asset management as required
About You:
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- CPA or CA qualified (or working towards – strongly preferred)
- Demonstrated State Government experience is essential
- Proven ability to manage month-end processes and produce compliant financial statements
- Experience working with auditors and leading audit preparation
- Strong understanding of public sector accounting frameworks, AASB, and financial reporting obligations
- Proficiency in financial systems including MS Dynamics / Business Central, Great Plains, Magic Performance, and Jet Reporting
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Highly organised with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Why Contract Through Randstad?
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Weekly pay cycle
- Access to exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and wellbeing services
- Ongoing support from a dedicated Randstad consultant
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Please note: A formal position description is not available. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly with further details.
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Applications close: 27 June 2025
A suitable candidate may be appointed prior to the closing date.
experience
3 years
skills
Budgeting, reporting, End of Month, general ledger, stakeholder management, financial analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving, process improvement
qualifications
- State Government Experience required
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting
- Finance
- or related field
- CPA or CA preferred
- Audit experience preferred
education
Vocational/Professional Qualification
State Government Experience required,Tertiary qualification in Accounting,Finance,or related field,CPA or CA preferred,Audit experience preferred
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