principal financial accountant

• Paying $88.48ph + super
• Brisbane CBD location with hybrid working flexibility
• Temp Contract until 26/03/2027 with possible extensions

About the Role

Our client is a QLD government organisation based in the Brisbane CBD. They are currently seeking a Principal Financial Accountant to come in and join them on a temporary contract until 26/03/2027 with possible extension.

Requirements for this role include:

• Possession of a degree in accountancy/commerce OR CPA/CA qualification

• Proven high level leadership skills in fostering procedural and change within an organisation in response to a rapidly changing environment

• Proven knowledge and experience with SAP system

Key responsibilities:

• Financial Ledger & Month-End Management Lead the operations of financial ledgers, ensuring accuracy across all financial accounting activities, particularly end-of-month processing and reconciliation.
• Annual Financial Statements & Audit Management Apply expert knowledge to plan, prepare, and deliver annual financial statements, serving as the primary liaison with external and internal auditors.
• Strategic Asset Accounting & Management Oversee full-lifecycle non-current asset accounting,including asset registers, general ledgers, stocktakes, valuations, impairment, useful life reviews, and managing external service provider delivery.
• Compliance, Governance & Policy Frameworks Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of financial strategies, internal controls, and documented policies to maintain statutory compliance, government alignment, and sound financial management.
• Financial Advisory, Projects & Innovation Provide expert, timely advice to internal and external stakeholders, applying creative financial approaches and leading dedicated management projects to maximise business outcomes.
• Executive Reporting & Data Analysis Deliver formal, ad-hoc, and performance-driven financial reporting to senior management, offering clear insights on key accounting matters, major initiatives, and strategic business impacts.
• Leadership, Capability Building & Continuous Improvement Lead and develop direct, shared, and business unit teams, driving staff training programs, fostering high-quality work, and maintaining quality systems to support ongoing operational excellence.

What’s in it for you?
Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including:

• Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
• 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
• Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
• Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services

If this is of interest, please send your CV along with a cover letter to jack.coleman@randstad.com.au

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.