Location: Canberra, ACT (Onsite)
Job Title: Financial Accounting and Reporting Specialist (APS6 / EL1)
Rates: $ $108.05 per hour + super
About Us
Canberra Consulting focuses on delivering highly skilled and qualified professionals to our clients. We understand your specific requirements and match you to the right environment, ensuring professional satisfaction and career development while supporting critical government programs.
The Opportunity
Canberra Consulting is seeking Financial Accounting and Reporting Specialists (APS6 / EL1 equivalent) to support a major Defence portfolio finance function. These roles focus on financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end and year-end processing, and preparation of working papers supporting audited financial statements.
Working within a complex public-sector environment, you will apply strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and stakeholder engagement skills to support accurate reporting, compliance with legislative frameworks, and informed financial decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform end-of-month and end-of-year financial processes including accruals, reconciliations and variance analysis
* Prepare financial reporting outputs, working papers and supporting audit documentation
* Support preparation of financial statements aligned to AASB, PGPA Act and Finance Reporting Rules
* Assist with management reporting, budgeting processes and performance reporting
* Liaise with business areas to resolve financial issues and provide accounting advice
* Support ANAO audit activities and respond to financial data queries
* Maintain high-quality documentation ensuring compliance and reporting accuracy
Essential Criteria
* Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or Commerce
* CPA or CA qualified (or near completion) highly desirable
* Demonstrated experience in financial accounting, reporting and reconciliations within complex organisations
Security Requirement
Australian Citizenship and NV1 Security Clearance are required.