27 Nov
Gladstone Regional Council
Gladstone Central
Our Region
Gladstone offers dynamic career opportunities across diverse industries, catering to a range of skills and ambitions. Whether you're advancing your career or seeking work-life balance, Gladstone's industrial strength, creative energy projects, and bustling service sectors make it a fantastic place to work and live.
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Our Council
Discover a fulfilling career at Gladstone Regional Council, where your dedication to community service merges with our commitment to improving residents’ lives. Every role contributes to the livelihood of those who call Gladstone home.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the entire community we serve. At Gladstone Regional Council, we embrace diversity in our collective pursuit of inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, or background, can thrive. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture.
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Join our supportive and team-oriented culture where your well-being comes first. We’re committed to nurturing your holistic wellness through health programs and events, our culture journey and flexible working options.
We partner with our people to understand their needs and provide the tools that develop skills, knowledge and healthy culture. Our people are valued for the part they play in delivering for the Gladstone Region. We are proud of who we are and what we do. We are #ProudlyGRC!
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Senior Financial Accountant
Council is seeking to appoint a permanent full time Senior Financial Accountant to contribute to Council’s success.
- Work in a dynamic business setting,
where innovation and improvement are business as usual
- Be a part of a large multi-skilled Finance team
- Enjoy work life balance with a 9 -day fortnight
About the Role
The purpose of this position is to provide efficient and effective accounting support to the organisation and coordinate the preparation and completion of Council’s annual financial statements. The Senior Financial Accountant works under limited direction and is responsible for the development and maintenance of acceptable accounting systems that facilitate a high standard of annual financial reporting.
You will bring:
1. Degree qualifications or equivalent level of education in accounting/business/finance or appropriate discipline.
2. Demonstrated experience in financial and/or commercial accounting.
3. In depth knowledge and understanding of Australian Accounting Standards.
4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
5. Highly developed interpersonal, communication, time management, prioritisation and planning skills.
6. Strong problem solving, technological and analytical skills to perform the responsibilities of the position.
7. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and operating corporate business systems at a high functional level.
8. Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be eligible for this position, the candidate must have applicable working rights.
Depending on the role requirements, you may need to complete various checks and assessments as part of the recruitment process. This could include reference checks, pre-employment medicals (including drug and alcohol testing), vaccinations, visa checks, licence verifications and psychometric testing.
For questions related to the role or recruitment process, please call Council on (07) 4970 0700 or email the Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].
Closing Date
12 noon Tuesday 9 December 2025.
📌 Senior Financial Accountant (Gladstone Central)
🏢 Gladstone Regional Council
📍 Gladstone Central
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