Queensland Parliamentary Service is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to lead financial accounting operations, statutory reporting, and taxation compliance within the Finance and Administrative Services unit. This leadership role requires advanced technical knowledge, strong governance skills, and the ability to manage a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will hold relevant qualifications and have experience in public sector financial management.

Job details

Are you an experienced finance professional with a desire for accuracy, leadership, and strategic financial management? Do you want to play a key role in supporting governance and accountability within one of Queensland's most prestigious public institutions?

Queensland Parliamentary Service is seeking a highly skilled Financial Accountant to lead and manage the delivery of professional financial accounting services within the Finance and Administrative Services (FAS) unit. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership in a dynamic, high-profile environment.

Key Objectives

• Lead and coordinate a team of finance officers to deliver effective financial accounting services.
• Manage statutory financial reporting requirements, including preparation of financial statements in accordance with legislation and accounting standards.
• Oversee corporate taxation systems and reporting to ensure compliance with legislative requirements.
• Develop and monitor internal control systems, policies, and processes to support robust financial management.
• Liaise with external and internal auditors and the Audit Management Committee to deliver agreed actions.

Your Role

• Oversee financial and asset accounting operations to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Manage taxation affairs, including preparation and lodgement of FBT and GST returns, compliance activities, and policy maintenance.
• Prepare financial statements in line with Accounting Standards and Queensland Treasury guidelines.
• Develop and maintain financial accounting policies and procedures, including the Financial Management Practice Manual.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and professional development for the FAS Accounting team.
• Coordinate audit reviews and implement approved improvements to financial management system.

What We're Looking For

• Advanced knowledge of accounting standards, financial legislation, and contemporary financial management practices.
• Demonstrated experience in statutory reporting and corporate taxation compliance.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
• Proficiency in financial management information systems and data analysis tools.
• Highly developed communication and consultation skills.

Qualifications: A degree in accounting or commerce is highly desirable; postgraduate qualifications and CA/CPA/IPA membership are also highly regarded.

How to apply:

Applicants should provide a resume and a suitability statement.

Your suitability statement (no more than 1 page) should describe your suitability for the position and focus on the experience, skills, knowledge and abilities detailed in Role Description.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Role Description_Financial Accountant (PDF, 705KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package_Precinct Roles (PDF, 436KB)
  Application Kit