Talent Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Join or sign in to find your next job
Join to apply for the EL2 Financial Accounting Consultant role at Talent
Talent Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the EL2 Financial Accounting Consultant role at Talent
Specialist Technical Accounting Advisor | ACT | 12-Month Contract
About The Client
Our client is a prominent government agency committed to delivering high-quality services and ensuring financial accountability. They are known for their collaborative work environment, focus on professional development, and flexible working arrangements. About the Role
As a Specialist Technical Accounting Advisor, you will assist the Director of Financial Reporting in achieving better practice reporting compliance and process objectives. You will provide expert technical accounting advice, develop critical assessments on contemporary accounting issues, and liaise with external auditors to ensure the agency’s financial reporting meets the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop technical accounting position papers and policies in line with Australian standards.
- Liaise with external auditors on technical accounting and audit-related matters.
- Formulate strategies and policy positions in response to audit issues.
- Provide advice for financial statement preparation and year-end audits.
- Conduct research and planning for financial reporting improvements.
- Offer ad-hoc accounting policy advice as required.
Skills And Experience
- Senior-level experience in government accounting frameworks.
- Expertise in financial statement auditing and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong technical accounting and policy paper development skills.
- Proven ability to interact effectively with external auditing teams.
- In-depth knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and Commonwealth guidelines.
Qualifications
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Auditing.
- Full membership with CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand.
Eligibility/Other Requirements
- Work Rights: Only Australian citizens can be considered for this role.
- Pre-employment Checks: May include Reference Checks, National Police Check, Worker Screening Checks, and Working with Children Check as required.
How To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application to Connie at Talent International by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. Your application should include:
- A current CV
- A statement of capability (no more than 500 words).
- Your work rights status.
- Contact details for two referees (referees will only be contacted if you progress past the interview stage).
For over 30 years Talent has been redefining the contracting experience with industry leading support, exclusive contractor benefits & a world-class digital platform ENGAGE to access it all. Apply today to see how we can elevate your career
Seniority level
- Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Employment type
Contract
Job function
- Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
- Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Talent by 2x
Get notified about new Finance Accounting Consultant jobs in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a recent way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Financial Accounting Consultant
🏢 Talent
📍 Canberra