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Management Accountant


Rockhampton

Do you enjoy analysing data to identify trends, risks and potential issues, while helping solve financial management challenges? This role supports the Senior Management Accountant and Leadership Teams by preparing and analysing performance data at cost centre level to provide visibility across the business units to assist with strategy and planning of clinical and operational services.

You will bring experience in forecasting, performance reporting and data analysis, along with strong written and verbal communication skills. The ability to build effective stakeholder relationships, influence through evidence-based insights, work autonomously and maintain a high level of attention to detail will be key to your success.

If this sounds like your ideal opportunity, apply today.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Accounting and Finance
Classification AO4
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/RK6E682746
Closing date 27-May-2026
Job duration Until 26 February 2027
Contact person Leigh Scherer
Contact details (07) 4976 1005
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About us:

This role is one of 6 Management Accountants and 5 Senior Management Accountants who report to the Manager, Management Accounting within the Finance Division. These roles work within allocated portfolios to provide financial support to the hospital and community facilities across the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.

About the role:

  • Perform management accounting functions including assisting with budget setting, forecasting, performance reporting, data analysis and resource management.
  • Support cost centre managers and Senior Management Accountant with costings for business cases in relation to changes to, or new services with allocated business unit.
  • Develop, implement, maintain, and review strategies to manage and continually improve financial support services whilst meeting the objectives or organisational requirements.
  • Ability to work autonomously on specific tasks, whilst at the same time working collaboratively with the Senior Management Accountant, management accounting team and broader finance team to achieve outcomes.

About you:

  • While not mandatory, a relevant qualification in business, accounting, finance or other relevant discipline would be well regarded.
  • Experience in budget preparation, forecasting, performance reporting, data analysis and resource management for a large, complex organisation.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and an ability to negotiate, resolve conflict and positively influence and motivate others
  • Knowledge or ability to acquire knowledge of Queensland Health approved financial computer systems, policies, procedures, legislative frameworks.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $9,800 p.m. is comprised of:

  • An hourly rate between $47.18 - $51.98 p.h.
  • 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
  • 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

  • Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
  • Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
  • Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance
  • Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

  • Your current CV or resume, including referees.
  • A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
  • Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

  1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
  2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6E682746

Applications close: Wednesday, 27 May 2026

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