About the RoleHOBAN Recruitment is seeking an experienced APS5 Finance Officer to support a Federal Government organisation's Financial Reporting and Control team based in Surry Hills, Sydney.
This is an excellent prospect for a finance professional with strong asset and lease accounting experience to contribute to a high-performing team responsible for financial reporting, compliance, and financial management activities.
Working under limited direction, you will play a key role in managing asset, fleet, and property lease accounting processes while ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and organisational requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with asset, fleet and property lease management using SAP REFXReview new lease contracts, amendments and lease terminationsPerform reconciliations of fleet lease contracts and vendor accountsComplete lease assessments and supporting financial calculationsCreate and maintain fleet and property lease records in SAP REFXPrepare and distribute monthly lease reportingProcess monthly lease, rent and property allocation journalsPrepare fleet interest and lease liability working papersInvestigate and resolve financial variances with key stakeholdersEnsure compliance with AASB16 lease accounting requirementsSupport asset reporting, financial statements and audit activitiesProvide financial asset management advice to internal stakeholdersPrepare business cases, reports, executive briefs and corporate documentationCollaborate with corporate services, property and finance teams to achieve business outcomesSupport the Assistant Director Assets with operational and project prioritiesBenefitsCompetitive pay rate of $***** per hour, including casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise.12% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning.ASAP start date, allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay.Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday,



enabling a healthy work-life balance and time.Opportunity to work within a respected Federal Government environmentGain valuable APS experience at the APS5 levelConvenient Surry Hills location close to public transportHybrid work arrangements availableExposure to complex asset and lease accounting activitiesDevelop expertise in SAP REFX and AASB16 lease accountingCollaborative and supportive team environmentContribute to financial reporting and strategic decision-making outcomesAbout YouTo be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:Previous experience in financial accounting, asset accounting or lease accountingStrong understanding of reconciliations, journals and month-end processesExperience working with SAP, ideally SAP REFXKnowledge of AASB16 lease accounting requirementsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsHigh attention to detail and commitment to accuracyStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and meet deadlinesExperience preparing financial reports, briefs and written documentationProficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applicationsA proactive and collaborative approach to teamworkDesirablePrevious Federal or State Government experienceExperience with fleet and property lease managementExposure to financial statement preparation and audit support activitiesSAP REFX leasing module experiencePlease note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role.Positions close for submissions on THURSDAY 2 SEPTEMBER **** COB.At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability.
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📌 Finance Officer (Sydney)
🏢 HOBAN Recruitment
📍 Sydney