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AO4 Finance Officer
Financial Accounting and Reporting; Finance and Digital; Economic Development Queensland; Brisbane City
Permanent opportunity to join EDQ as an AO4 Finance Officer! Support key financial operations within a collaborative and high-performing finance team.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Accounting and Finance |
| Classification | AO4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/704733/26 |
| Closing date | 04-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Harry Harper |
| Contact details | Phone: 0435 023 512 Access the National Relay Service |
Who we are:
Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) is a Queensland Government agency that unlocks land and accelerates housing, planning and infrastructure delivery—creating liveable places and enabling economic growth. Our work helps deliver safe, secure and affordable homes and supports thriving communities across the state.
Empowered by the Economic Development Act 2012, EDQ has unique planning and approval powers to help unblock complex projects and bring development-ready land to market. Our purpose is simple: help Queenslanders find a place to call home, create more jobs closer to home, and support liveable communities that reflect Queensland's way of life.
We work across government and with industry to attract investment, enable jobs and deliver projects that make a measurable difference for Queenslanders.
About the Role:
Working within EDQ's Finance & Digital division, you'll support key financial processes while taking ownership of your work and contributing to continuous improvement.
- Support the processing of accounts payable and receivable, journals, prepayments, accruals, reconciliations and purchase orders.
- Maintain accurate records for bank guarantees and other securities, including coordinating their receipt and return.
- Assist with corporate card reconciliations and cost centre management.
- Triage and respond to accounts payable and finance enquiries through the shared Finance mailbox, providing timely, high-quality support across the organisation.
- Compile accurate and timely financial information, including open purchase order reporting and support for statutory financial reporting.
- Support audit and month-end activities, including gathering documentation and responding to information requests.
- Help ensure compliance with financial legislation, policies, procedures and internal controls.
- Support EDQ's transition from SAP ECC6 to SAP/4HANA, which will be a major focus for the team over the next 12 months.
About You:
You're a detail-oriented and collaborative individual with foundational finance knowledge, strong communication skills and a willingness to learn and take ownership of your work.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, timely and reliable financial services.
- Foundational knowledge or experience across financial administration, purchasing, invoicing or bookkeeping would be desirable however not mandatory.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide high-quality customer service and build effective stakeholder relationships.
- Proficiency across Microsoft Office, including Excel, with the ability to work confidently with financial data and records.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and take accountability for your work.
- Strong problem-solving skills, initiative and a willingness to learn and respond positively to guidance and feedback.
- A collaborative approach and ability to contribute positively within a diverse team environment.
Why Choose EDQ:
If you're motivated by purpose and impact, you'll fit right in at EDQ. You will also be able to enjoy the following:
- Flexible and agile ways of working
- Generous leave and 12.75% superannuation
- Learning, development and career pathways
- Modern workplaces designed for collaboration
- Inclusive culture that values diversity and cultural capability
- Access for you and your family to hundreds of gyms, pools and fitness facilities in your area at very low cost
Join us and make a meaningful impact for Queensland—submit your application now.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Further information
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