senior management accountant

Randstad; Maroochydore; Hybrid; AUD 73,000 - 103,000; Full time

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Job summary

Randstad in Maroochydore, QLD, is seeking a Senior Management Accountant on a fixed-term contract until 12 March 2027. The role offers hybrid working arrangements with a pay rate of $63.89 per hour plus super, in a Queensland government organisation.

The position requires a relevant accounting/finance qualification, prior management accounting experience in a complex environment (government/public sector preferred), and proven TechnologyOne skills. Strong stakeholder management is essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or similar.
• Experience in a management accounting role within a complex organisation, government/public sector preferred.
• Proven experience using TechnologyOne (TechOne).

Responsibilities

• Strategic financial planning, budgeting, and long-term financial modeling for annual budgets and reviews.
• Management accounting and business partnering to provide financial advice to leaders and branch management.
• Prepare monthly financial performance reports aligned with the Corporate Plan and reporting requirements.
• Develop and manage tracking for project financials, job costing and budget allocations.
• Lead and mentor direct reports to foster a high-performing team and strong decision-making.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Public sector experience (advantage)

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting/Finance

Tools

TechnologyOne (TechOne)

Job description

• Paying $63.89ph + super
• Maroochydore QLD location with hybrid working flexibility
• Temp contract opportunity until 12th March 2027

About the Role

Our client is a QLD government organisation based in Maroochydore QLD. They are currently seeking a Senior Management Accountant to come in and work with the team until 12th March 2027.

Requirements for this role include:

• Relevant Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or similar
• Demonstrated experience in a management accounting role within a complex organisation, preferably in a government or public sector environment.
• Proven experience using TechnologyOne (TechOne).
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.

Key responsibilities include:

• Strategic Financial Planning & Budgeting: Co-lead the development, coordination, and timely delivery of annual budgets, budget reviews, and long-term financial modeling for submission
• Management Accounting & Business Partnering: Provide dedicated accounting, business analysis, and strategic financial advice to leaders and branch management, building an in-depth operational understanding of client business areas.
• Financial Reporting & Performance Tracking: Prepare, investigate, and submit monthly financial performance reports and activity updates aligned with the Corporate Plan and financial reporting requirements.
• Project Financial Management: Develop and maintain tracking systems and processes to monitor the financial status, job costing, and budget allocations for operational and capital projects.
• Leadership & Team Development: Lead, mentor, and empower direct reports to foster a high-performing culture, build operational capability, and support effective decision-making across the organisation.
• Policy Development, Compliance & Governance: Contribute to financial policies and procedures while ensuring strict compliance with legislation, policies, and public recordkeeping standards under the framework.
• Risk Management & Workplace Health & Safety: Uphold the highest standards of public integrity and actively execute systems to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of all employees, contractors, and visitors.

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.

qualification

• Relevant Tertiary qualification in Accounting
• Finance or similar