Accountant (ASO3) – Public Sector
📍 Adelaide, South Australia
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📄 Full-Time | 3 month Contract
Are you an experienced Accountant with a strong background in financial management, analysis, and reporting? A well-regarded public sector organisation is seeking a detail-oriented professional to join their Finance & Business Intelligence team.
About the Role:
As an Accountant (ASO3), you will play a critical role in ensuring financial compliance, supporting budgeting processes, and delivering high-quality financial reporting and analysis. You will collaborate with key stakeholders across government agencies, external financial partners, and internal teams to drive operational excellence and financial accountability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in financial reconciliation, reporting, and compliance processes.
- Support budget forecasting and performance analysis.
- Maintain the integrity of financial records, including accrual journals and asset registers.
- Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and audit processes.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to improve decision-making.
- Ensure adherence to financial policies, government regulations, and audit standards.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Treasury, auditors, and external service providers.
About You:
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Commerce (majoring in Accounting).
- Strong experience in management accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Knowledge of accrual accounting standards, financial principles, and best practices.
- Ability to provide sound financial advice and analysis on business decisions.
- High-level attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration and trust.
- Proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools (e.g., MS Excel, PowerBI), and Office 365.
- Previous experience in the public sector is highly desirable.
What’s on Offer?
- A chance to work in a meaningful, purpose-driven public sector role.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- A supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
📢 Ready to take the next step? If you’re passionate about financial integrity and making an impact in the public sector, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Apply today!
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.