Head of Financial Accounting
A strategic leadership role is available within a State Government agency to lead the financial accounting function.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing general ledger accuracy, asset register integrity, external reporting obligations (including taxation), and audit processes.
This position plays a critical role in supporting internal leadership with financial insights, while mentoring a team to align with the organisation's goals.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the month-end close process ensuring accuracy across the general ledger and fixed asset register
* Provide insightful variance analysis and commentary to support executive decision-making
* Monitor monthly cash flow and ensure timely reconciliations of balance sheet accounts
* Oversee delivery of internal and external financial reporting including budget forecast statutory accounts and compliance returns
* Lead external audit coordination and support internal audit initiatives
* Ensure accurate preparation and maintenance of BAS and FBT returns
* Drive a culture of performance improvement within the Financial Accounting team
* Foster a collaborative team environment and support individual development
About You:
* Proven experience in a senior financial accounting leadership role ideally within the public sector
* Demonstrated ability to lead a team manage competing deadlines and drive process improvement
* Expertise in month-end close financial reporting and audit processes
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
* Proficiency with accounting systems preferably Magiq and Microsoft D365
* Strong Microsoft Excel and financial analysis capabilities
Qualifications Required:
* Tertiary qualifications in Finance Accounting or related discipline
* CPA or CA membership is essential
This is an immediate requirement applications will be reviewed as they are received.
A Randstad contractor can expect flexibility weekly pay cycle access to exclusive discounts and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.