Ao7 Principal Management Accountant

AO7 Principal Financial AccountantRandstad is currently working with a Federal Government Department in Brisbane. We are looking for a professional Principal Management Accountant.Your opportunityWe are seeking a skilled and experienced Management Accountant. This role involves providing crucial financial analysis, reporting, and strategic guidance to support decision-making processes within the department.Your contribution (key responsibilities and accountabilities)

• Coordinate the timely preparation and validation of budget papers for the Queensland Budget process,
• Collate, prepare, and validate documents, presentations, executive briefs, estimates briefs, and correspondence as required on a range of budget, financial and other issues,
• Contribute to the consolidation, review, and finalisation of the departmental annual internal budget,
• Lead the annual internal budget build for Corporate Services,
• Assist with the production of timely internal budget management reports and other ad hoc reports, and undertake analysis of budgetary and financial performance,
• Communicate with influence complex financial management concepts and business ideas to senior management and a diverse range of internal stakeholders,
• Ensure compliance with relevant Government legislation and departmental policies and procedures in relation to budget, financial, administrative, and other corporate and operational issues,
• Develop and maintain constructive, collaborative working partnerships and relationships with clients and stakeholders,
• Develop and implement strategic approaches and solutions to complex accounting and financial management issues to achieve organisational objectives,
• Apply extensive knowledge, skills, and experience in the provision of financial management advice, information, and reporting, and
• Support a culture of achievement, strive for quality outcomes, and contribute to the cross-team delivery of financial services within the department as required.

The ideal candidate for this role (key capabilities)To determine your suitability for the role, you will be assessed on the following key capabilities that link to the “key responsibilities and accountabilities” for this role [use QLD Government leadership competencies]:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in financial data analysis, activity-based costing, and financial modelling.
• Good working knowledge of the Financial Accountability Act 2009 and subordinate legislation and the Australian Accounting Standards.
• Project management experience in leading finance projects.

If you are a highly motivated and results-driven Principal Management Accountant looking to join a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply. To apply please click “APPLY NOW” or forward a copy of your most recent CV and cover letter to victoria.george@randstad.com.au. Once you submit your application, one of our friendly consultants will be in contact with you!At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.SkillsFinance, Account management, Leadership, PowerBI, Finance Analyst, Business Analyst, Cost managementEducationBachelor Degree