EL1 Financial Accountant

HorizonOne; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal government department in Canberra is seeking an EL1 Financial Accountant for a 12-month contract. Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing financial analysis. The ideal candidate is degree-qualified, with CA or CPA, and strong analytical skills. Applicants must be Australian Citizens with an existing security clearance. Salary ranges from $120k to $135k plus Super.

Qualifications

• Experienced finance professional with background in government or external audit.
• Degree-qualified with CA or CPA.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to provide practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and financial regulations.
• Coordinate financial reporting for stakeholders.
• Oversee general ledger activities including journal entries.
• Monitor and manage financial transactions for accuracy.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Implement and maintain internal controls.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Knowledge of financial regulations

Process improvement

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

CA or CPA certification

Job description

Overview

Our client is a large federal government department that has responsibility for the safety and security of Australia and its citizens. They are a stable, well-funded organisation with a huge variety of complex projects.

The Opportunity

This opportunity is being offered as a 12-month non-ongoing contract with strong potential to extend or become permanent or a permanent s26 transfer.

You will be working under managers who have extensive experience in the Federal government and provide strong mentorship and career development opportunities for their team. The team has good processes in place but there is also an opportunity to look at how processes can be improved to make the role your own.

This opportunity is open to candidates currently located in Canberra and Melbourne.

The Role

As an EL1 Financial Accountant you will:

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and relevant financial regulations
• Coordinate financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders
• Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Monitor and manage financial transactions for accuracy and completeness
• Provide financial analysis and advice to support business decisions
• Support internal and external audits and respond to audit queries
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and processes
• Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and legislative requirements

The Ideal Person

You are an experienced finance professional, likely with a background in government or external audit, looking to apply your expertise in preparing financial statements. You are degree-qualified and have obtained your CA or CPA.

You are known for your strong analytical skills, forward-thinking approach, and ability to provide practical solutions. Your excellent written and verbal communication skills make you a trusted advisor, and you take pride in identifying process improvements and efficiencies.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to be considered for this opportunity with an existing Baseline security clearance.

Salary / Rate

• $120k - $135k + Super

How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Kristelle Gadd on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. 21040.

HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.