At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare financial statements and coordinate audits while improving accounting processes.
- Company: Join Cairns Airport, a vibrant community-focused workplace.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, wellness support, free parking, and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive environment welcoming all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a supportive team culture at a Great Place to Work®.
- Qualifications: CPA/CA qualification or working towards it, with 3 years of accounting experience.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
JOIN US AT CAIRNS AIRPORT
At Cairns Airport, we are more than just an airport — we’re a community.
Every day, we connect people, places, and possibilities.
We take pride in our vibrant culture where teamwork, growth, and innovation thrive.
We are proud to be Great Place to Work® certified for the second year in a row, a recognition of our commitment to creating a workplace where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired.
Role Highlights
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Project Accountant to join our Finance Team.
Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role provides senior technical accounting expertise and supports strong financial reporting, assurance and controls across the NQA Group.
- This Role Offers The Opportunity To
- Prepare and coordinate half-year and annual statutory financial statements.
- Coordinate year-end external audit activities and work closely with internal stakeholders and external auditors.
- Undertake financial reporting readiness and assurance activities, ensuring accounting balances, transactions and reconciliations are accurate and review ready.
- Review key financial controls, identify gaps and support improvements.
- Support month-end activities, including reconciliations, journals and accounting entries.
- Partner with the Financial Controller on projects to strengthen financial controls and end-to-end processes.
- Improve accounting procedures, finance systems and workflows.
- Contribute to key Financial Control projects and initiatives across NQA.
- Attributes We Value
- Team player mindset with a commitment to supporting colleagues.
- Ability to embody the core values of Cairns Airport: Read more about our Values: www. cairnsairport. com. au
About You
You are an experienced accounting professional with strong technical capability and a collaborative approach. You will bring:
- CPA or CA qualification or be working towards qualification.
- A minimum of three years’ experience in a commercial accounting position, ideally within a mid-sized organisation.
- Strong ERP and accounting software skills, with SAP or Technology One experience highly regarded.
- High competency in Microsoft Excel and well-developed computer skills.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
- Well-developed interpersonal, relationship-building and influencing skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solving, conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
- A commitment to teamwork, collaboration, customer service and continuous improvement
- Eligibiility
- Unrestricted rights to work in Australia.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card.
- Cairns Airport Employee Benefits
- Competitive remuneration and benefits.
- A workplace that values safety, sustainability and community.
- Free 24/7 airport parking for work and personal use.
- Generous leave entitlements and wellness days.
- Free access to employee wellbeing and mental health support.
- Behind-the-scenes tours of the terminal, airside areas and properties.
- A fun, social team culture with events throughout the year.
- Free tickets to sponsored events and discounts at airport shops.
Cairns Airport is dedicated to building a diverse team that mirrors the community we serve.
We value inclusivity and diversity and welcome people who support and model the behaviours we promote in our workforce.
We actively encourage applications from First Nations people, candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disabilities.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application to assist your participation in the recruitment process
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Senior Project Accountant employer: Cairns Airport Pty Ltd
At Cairns Airport, we pride ourselves on being more than just an airport; we are a vibrant community that fosters teamwork, growth, and innovation. As a Great Place to Work® certified employer, we offer competitive remuneration, generous leave entitlements, and a fun, social team culture, all while valuing safety, sustainability, and inclusivity. Join us in a role that not only supports your professional development but also connects you with the heart of our community.
