APS6 Financial Accountant - Hybrid, Security Cleared

HorizonOne Recruitment; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

Job summary

HorizonOne Recruitment seeks APS6 Financial Accountants for a large federal government department in Canberra. The roles include permanent transfers for APS staff or 12-month non-ongoing contracts with potential for extension or permanency.

Ideal candidates have a solid accounting foundation, advanced Excel skills, and a security clearance. Experience in financial reporting or asset accounting is desirable, with hybrid work arrangements offered.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in financial accounting principles.
• CA or CPA qualification desirable or in progress.
• Proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and resolve accounting issues in a government environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability.

Responsibilities

• Support external financial reporting including journals, reconciliations, balance sheets, and financial statement analysis.
• Provide technical financial advice and ensure compliance with financial management frameworks, governance, and risk management.
• Analyse financial data to improve reporting accuracy and support informed decision making.
• Build relationships with auditors, business units, procurement, and systems specialists to ensure timely reporting outcomes.

Skills

Security clearance

CA/CPA desirable

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Tertiary qualifications in accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

HorizonOne Recruitment seeks APS6 Financial Accountants for a large federal government department in Canberra. The roles include permanent transfers for APS staff or 12-month non-ongoing contracts with potential for extension or permanency.

Ideal candidates have a solid accounting foundation, advanced Excel skills, and a security clearance. Experience in financial reporting or asset accounting is desirable, with hybrid work arrangements offered.