AO6 Senior Asset Accountant

Randstad Australia; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 114,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on benefits platforms

3 x pay runs per week

Exclusive access to roles before going

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Randstad Australia is partnering with a QLD government organisation in Brisbane CBD to recruit an AO6 Senior Asset Accountant on a 6-month temp contract with hybrid working. The role offers $82.93-$88.57 per hour plus super, based on a 36.25-hour week.

Key requirements include a tertiary qualification in accounting or CA/CPA, SAP system experience, and knowledge of asset, project or management accounting. Government experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, finance or similar, OR CA/CPA qualification.
• Proven knowledge experience in Asset, Project, or Management Accounting.
• SAP System experience.
• Previous government experience desirable, not essential.

Responsibilities

• Capital Reporting and Financial Analysis: Prepare and analyse monthly capital project reports, complex reconciliations, executive briefing notes, and presentations.
• Capital Budgeting and System Alignment: Manage the agency’s annual capital budget and mid-year revisions.
• Technical Asset Accounting and Advisory: Deliver authoritative advice on Capital Work-in-Progress and asset acquisitions.
• Policy Governance and Compliance Frameworks: Lead development and implementation of capital management policies.
• Internal Controls and Governance: Design and maintain robust internal controls around capital expenditure.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Communication: Communicate asset financial data to senior leadership and auditors.
• Operational Leadership and Section Support: Stay current with accounting standards and provide specialist support to the Manager.

Skills

Asset accounting

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

Accounting/finance degree or CA/CPA

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Paying between $82.93-$88.57ph + super
• Brisbane CBD location with hybrid working flexibility
• Temp contract for 6 months with potential for extension
• Working 36.25 hrs per week

About The Role

Our client is a QLD government organisation based in the Brisbane CBD. They are currently seeking an AO6 Senior Asset Accountant to come in and work with them on a 6 month temp contract with potential for extension.

Requirements for this role include:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, finance or similar, OR CA/CPA qualification
• Proven knowledge experience in Asset, Project, or Management Accounting
• SAP System experience
• Previous government experience (Desirable, not essential)

Key responsibilities include:

• Capital Reporting and Financial Analysis: Prepare and analyse monthly capital project reports, complex reconciliations, executive briefing notes, and presentations, delivering actionable insights and strategic recommendations on asset management and capital budget performance.
• Capital Budgeting and System Alignment: Manage the agency’s annual capital budget and mid-year revisions, ensuring complete accuracy across internal financial ledgers, Tridata, and Queensland Treasury Budget Papers.
• Technical Asset Accounting and Advisory: Deliver authoritative, timely advice to Business Groups regarding Capital Work-in-Progress and asset acquisitions, ensuring adherence to Australian Accounting Standards, Queensland Treasury Financial Reporting Requirements, and Non-Current Asset Policies.
• Policy Governance and Compliance Frameworks: Lead the development, review, and operational implementation of capital management policies and procedures to uphold statutory obligations under the Queensland Government’s financial management framework.
• Internal Controls and Governance: Partner with the broader finance team to design, implement, and maintain robust internal controls surrounding capital expenditure workflows, asset capitalisation, and balance sheet integrity.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Communication: Cultivate collaborative working relationships and effectively communicate complex asset financial data to key internal and external partners, including senior leadership, operational divisions, Queensland Treasury, and internal/external auditors.
• Operational Leadership and Section Support: Maintain currency in emerging accounting standards and industry best practices, while providing direct operational support and specialist assistance to the Manager, Capital, Maintenance and Asset Accounting.

What’s in it for you?

• 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

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.