Public Sector People are working with a large Queensland Government department, to recruit an experienced Principal Financial Accountant to join their Financial Accounting Team, based in Brisbane CBD.

Initial Contract until 27th Feb 2027

Rate: AO7 - $88.29 to $94.50 per hour plus super

Location: Brisbane CBD

Your Role:

Working within the Financial Accounting Team, you'll play a key role in delivering the department's statutory financial reporting obligations, coordinating QAO audits, and providing expert technical accounting advice, while supporting the Manager, Financial Accounting with the day-to-day operations of the team.

Your Responsibilities:
Lead the preparation and delivery of financial statements in line with Australian Accounting Standards and Queensland Treasury's Financial Reporting Requirements
Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements, including annual financial statements and coordination of external audit processes
Provide accurate and timely financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders
Monitor compliance with financial legislation and policy, and advise on emerging standards and regulatory changes




Interpret current accounting guidance and prepare technical position papers for senior management
Prepare month-end journals and reconciliations
Support the Manager, Financial Accounting in team operations, coaching, and issue resolution
Assist with urgent requests including Ministerial briefings, audit requests, and position papers
Build robust working relationships across Departmental finance teams and with Queensland Treasury

What We're Looking For:
Extensive experience in financial accounting, including preparation of Annual Statutory Financial Statements
Experience preparing movement/lead schedules, reconciliations, and notes disclosures
Robust working knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and Queensland Treasury Financial Reporting Requirements
CPA/CA (ICAA) or MIPA (IPA) membership highly desirable
Queensland Government financial reporting experience highly regarded

Ready to take the next step? If you're an experienced financial accountant looking to make an impact within a high-performing Queensland Government team, we'd love to hear from you. Click "Apply Now" or reach out to Perry Flynn at Public Sector People for a confidential discussion.

📌 Principal Financial Accountant Brisbane
🏢 Public Sector People
📍 Brisbane