Band 5 Accountant

We are currently seeking a Band 5 Accountant to join local council for an 8-month contract until November 2026, with possibility to extend:

• $65-75ph + super
• Located Brisbane CBD
• Hyrbid work arrangement

Key obligations include:

• Financial Service Delivery: Execute high-quality financial services, including budgeting, forecasting, and asset accounting, to support business planning and reporting.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure all activities strictly adhere to guidelines, legislative requirements, and professional accounting and auditing standards.
• Research & Strategic Analysis: Conduct research on commercial and accounting matters to provide data-driven recommendations and solutions for business partners.
• Operational Excellence: Support team performance monitoring and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and customer self-service initiatives.
• Change Management Support: Assist in implementing corporate improvement opportunities and change initiatives that align with evolving business needs.
• Knowledge Sharing & Development: Proactively share technical expertise across the organization while committing to continuous professional self-development

To be successful in this role:
You will be an experienced mid to senior level Accountant with proven experience and reliability in previous positions, you will possess the following:

• CA/CPA Qualification along with relevant tertiary qualifications
• Previous Local, State or Federal Government experience (desirable)
• Experience of delivering effective financial, asset and/or managerial accounting services, including analysis, budgeting and reporting
• Ability to work and comply with internal controls and risk management plans

What’s in it for you?
Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including:

• Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
• 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
• Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
• Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services

If this is of interest, please send your CV along with a cover letter to jack.coleman@randstad.com.au

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.