A well-established organisation is currently seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their finance function on a short-term contract to provide leave cover. This opportunity will run for approximately 6–8 weeks and is based in Brisbane.
This organisation operates within a collaborative, values-driven environment, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, accountability, and high-quality financial stewardship. You will be joining a small, capable finance team supporting key operational and reporting activities during a busy period.
The Role
This role plays an important part in supporting core finance operations, ensuring the smooth delivery of budgeting, reporting, and transactional processes. You will bring a hands-on approach and the ability to quickly step into an established environment.
This is a great opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys a mix of routine and ad hoc responsibilities, and can operate effectively on a contract basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Support with the company's budget process, including stakeholder liaison and maintenance of budget templates
- Assist with general budgeting and forecasting activities
- Perform bank reconciliations for a small entity
- Prepare and post journals, including fortnightly payroll journals
- Review and approve weekly payment runs
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations
- Assist with levy calculations
- Provide day-to-day financial operations support
- Contribute to ad hoc finance tasks as required
- Strong Excel skills (advanced level)
- Solid accounting fundamentals with proven experience in a similar role
- Demonstrated experience with budgeting and forecasting processes
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience using Xero
- Ability to work autonomously and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills and ability to liaise with internal stakeholders
