Senior Management Accountant

Senior Management Accountant (AO6)

Company: Sharp & Carter Finance & Accounting Brisbane

Location: Brisbane QLD

Work Type: Contract

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Sharp & Carter Finance & Accounting Brisbane is seeking two Senior Management Accountants (AO6) for an initial 6-month contract role with a large Queensland Government department. This position is integral to providing high-quality financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting services to support strategic decision-making. It offers an experienced management accountant the chance to join a collaborative team and contribute to significant outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver accurate and timely financial management reporting, analysis, and commercial advice.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets, identify risks, and offer recommendations for improved outcomes.
• Prepare monthly management reports, reconciliations, forecasts, budget revisions, and ad hoc financial analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual State Budget, including budget submissions, Annual Reports, and briefing materials.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of financial management policies, processes, and reporting frameworks.
• Ensure budget allocations are accurately maintained and reconciled within the budget management system.
• Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders, senior leadership, Queensland Treasury, and external service providers.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and provide financial support across various projects.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• A CPA or CA qualification, or an equivalent professional membership such as IPA/MIPA.
• Previous Queensland Government or broader public sector finance experience will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting within a complex organisation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial information and provide practical recommendations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience preparing executive-level reports, briefings, and financial presentations.
• A proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

What's on Offer:

• Two 6-month contract opportunities.
• Full-time hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Opportunity to work within a highly regarded Queensland Government department.
• Diverse and interesting work encompassing budgeting, financial management, and strategic reporting.
• A collaborative team environment with exposure to senior stakeholders.

If you are an experienced Senior Management Accountant seeking your next contract opportunity, we encourage you to apply.