- Purpose driven organisation with community impact.
- Based in either Townsville or Cairns
- Diverse finance role with strong stakeholder engagement.

About the Company

Our client is a values driven organisation dedicated to improving outcomes for communities across North Queensland. With operations spanning the broader region, they are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join their cooperative finance team. Preference will be given to candidates based in North Queensland, particularly in Cairns or Townsville.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Financial Accountant will play a key role in maintaining the organisation’s financial records and supporting effective operational governance and decision making. The role is responsible for delivering accurate monthly reporting, budgeting and forecasting support, financial analysis and statutory reporting, while also contributing to the ongoing improvement of finance systems and processes.

This is a hands-on and commercially focused role suited to a finance professional who enjoys working closely with stakeholders, improving processes and contributing to organisational performance in a purpose driven environment.

Your Responsibilities:

- Prepare accurate monthly management reports, reconciliations and variance analysis.
- Coordinate and lead month end reporting processes.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling activities.
- Assist with internal and external audit requirements and compliance reporting.
- Prepare BAS and assist with statutory reporting obligations.
- Manage asset accounting processes and reconciliations.
- Provide financial advice and support to managers across the organisation.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of finance systems, reporting and processes.




- Support preparation of board and committee reporting documentation.
- Work collaboratively across teams to support organisational objectives.

Skills and Experience Required

- Tertiary qualifications in accounting with a minimum of three years’ experience in financial management.
- CPA, CA or equivalent professional qualification highly regarded.
- Strong experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting and forecasting.
- Demonstrated ability to analyse financial data and provide meaningful insights and recommendations.
- Understanding of not-for-profit financial environments, including grant funding acquittals, highly regarded.

Benefits

- Opportunity to work for a purpose driven organisation making a genuine community impact.
- Based in either Cairns or Townsville.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture focused on continuous improvement.

If you are a motivated finance professional looking to contribute to a high performing and values driven organisation, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply

Please apply via the link, including a recent copy of your resume. Applications that fail to address the outlined criteria may not be considered.

Closing date for applications will be 1700hrs Friday 28th August 2026
Elite Executive reserves the right to conclude this process earlier should the right candidate be identified.
Please note that all communication with Elite Executive is maintained strictly confidential. No information will be forwarded to any party without your permission as we respect your right to explore employment opportunities.
At Elite Executive we are committed to creating inclusive workplaces that promote and value diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply.
ONLY APPLICANTS WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE

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