VPS5 Senior Financial Accountant
Location: Melbourne CBD (Hybrid flexibility)
Contract: 2-3 months
Hourly Rate: VPS5 $69.41 - $83.00 per hour + super
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Start Date: ASAP
Randstad is a preferred recruitment partner for a well-regarded State Government organisation, currently seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to support their finance team. This role offers hybrid work flexibility and the benefits of contracting through Randstad, including weekly pay and exclusive contractor benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with the Standing Directions under the Victorian Public Sector (VPS) and other relevant financial regulations.
- Oversee Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) reporting and compliance.
- Support end-of-month and end-of-financial-year processes, including reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Provide expert technical accounting advice in line with government financial frameworks.
- Assist with financial analysis, forecasting, and the preparation of budgets.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
Essential Qualifications and Skills:
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CA preferred).
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, including experience with Standing Directions under VPS and FBT (preferred).
- Proven experience in stakeholder management, with the ability to engage and advise key decision-makers.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in financial systems and Excel, with experience in government finance processes being highly regarded.
Why Join as a Randstad Contractor?
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Weekly pay cycle
- Access to exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and wellbeing services
- Ongoing support from a dedicated Randstad consultant
Interested? What Next?
Apply now with your CV and cover letter.
For a confidential discussion or a copy of the position description, please contact:
ashley.brill@randstad.com.au
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Applications close: 16th February. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.