Student Accountant

Golding Contractors; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Mentoring

Exposure to finance functions

Industry experience

Team environment

Career pathways

Job summary

Golding Contractors is seeking a driven Student Accountant to join our Finance team on a part-time basis. You will learn across accounts receivable, banking, reconciliations, and cashflow reporting while applying your university studies.

Able to juggle competing priorities with strong organisation, you will liaise with internal stakeholders and gain hands-on industry experience in a diversified business.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Accounting/Commerce/Finance or related degree.
• Preferred to be in 2nd year or later at university.
• Demonstrates strong organisation and detail orientation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office apps.

Responsibilities

• Support accounts receivable, banking, reconciliations and cashflow reporting.
• Assist with corporate administration processes.
• Collaborate with finance team to learn and apply practical accounting skills.

Skills

Highly organised

Attention to detail

Strong communicator

Education

Accounting or Commerce degree

Second year or above

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Golding is a successful mining, urban and civil infrastructure project management services business with projects and operations across Queensland and South Australia. We are reliable and cost effective, working hard to achieve successful outcomes for our clients by working with them in ways that create and deliver value.

We are looking for a driven and detail-focused Student Accountant to support our Finance team in a part-time role, providing valuable hands‑on experience alongside your university studies. This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounting or Commerce undergraduate looking to gain practical, hands‑on experience in a large and diverse business environment while continuing their studies.

Working alongside experienced finance professionals, you will gain exposure across accounts receivable, banking, reconciliations, cashflow reporting and corporate administration processes. This role will provide valuable real‑world experience and help build a strong foundation for a future career in accounting and finance.

About You

• Currently studying a degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or a related discipline.
• In your second year or above of university studies (preferred).
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Eager to learn and develop practical accounting skills.
• Able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A strong communicator with the confidence to liaise with internal stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Flexible work arrangements to accommodate your study commitments.
• Exposure to a broad range of accounting and finance functions.
• Mentoring and support from experienced finance professionals.
• Practical industry experience that complements your university studies.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Potential future career pathways within the business upon graduation.

Why Golding

• Our success is built on the diverse talents and initiative of all our employees.
• Our values help define the way we work in Golding; we act with integrity & honesty.
• Our approach of working safely, respecting our environment, and assuring quality.
• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.