Section 26 transfer or non-ongoing 12 months with a view to permanency
Hybrid working arrangement
Gain broad exposure to management accounting in the APS
Our client supports the operations of the Australian Government, offering a hybrid working arrangement within a professional and friendly team. They provide excellent working conditions and benefits, with offices in both Canberra and Brisbane.
The Opportunity
This role is being offered as either a Section 26 permanent transfer (preferred) for existing APS employees or a non-ongoing 12-month contract, with the potential for permanency, for an experienced management accountant from the private sector. This is a vacant position.
This opportunity will allow you to build meaningful relationships with key business areas, and high performers will be rewarded with acting opportunities.
The Role
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing expert financial and management accounting support, with a focus on project accounting, financial systems, and compliance with government frameworks.
* Preparing and monitoring budgets, including program budgets, to track expenditure against forecasts and provide variance analysis.
* Assisting with month-end financial processes, financial modelling, and analysis.
* Managing stakeholder relationships by providing financial insights and supporting teams through budgetary and operational changes.
* Ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
The Ideal Person
You are an experienced management accountant or finance business partner with clear communication skills. You thrive in a collaborative environment and take pride in delivering high-quality work. Known for your attention to detail, you proactively solve problems to add value. Proficiency in SAP, TM1, and strong Excel skills are highly regarded.
Essential qualifications include a relevant degree, with CA/CPA accreditation or active progression toward it being highly desirable.
You are likely to have one of the following backgrounds:
* Experience working in a Big 4 or consulting firm, focusing on Federal Government engagements involving management accounting or budgeting.
* Government experience at the APS6 level as a Management Accountant or Finance Business Partner, with strong tenure and a desire to broaden your skills in a new department.
* A high-performing APS5 with extensive acting APS6 experience in Finance Business Partnering, seeking career progression.
Applicants MUST be Australian Citizens and have the ability to obtain a baseline security clearance.
Salary / Rate
$97k – $110k + 15.4% Super
How to Apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Eileen Cheng on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. 20333 .
HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.
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