At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Systems Accounting team and provide strategic advice on SAP financial systems.
- Company: Join a large Federal government department with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rates, hybrid work options, and opportunities for permanent transfer.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Shape financial processes and make a real impact in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in SAP financial modules and strong project management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 95 - 95 $ per hour.
The Opportunity
Our client is a large Federal government department who delivers services across a broad national portfolio. The department is continuing to invest in its financial systems, in line with the broader APS shift towards more flexible, market-driven ERP arrangements. You’ll report to the Director of Financial Systems, providing advice on the financial system’s strategic direction. It’s offered as a labour hire contract at a competitive hourly rate, with the flexibility that comes with contracting.
You’ll have access to:
- Competitive hourly rates for EL1-level SAP specialist labour hire contracts
- Non-ongoing opportunities or S26 permanent transfer considerations for the right person
- Autonomy to prioritise and shape continuous improvement across financial processes
- Broad exposure across Governance, Risk and Compliance and the wider Finance Division
- Hybrid working arrangements, including two WFH days
The Role
This role leads the Systems Accounting team and provides advice on the department’s SAP financial system. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing strong leadership to the Systems Accounting team and advising the Director on the strategic direction of the financial system
- Preparing complex advice on financial systems accounting practices and operational impacts, and leading continuous improvement initiatives
- Analysing changes and projects affecting the financial system and ensuring financial control risks are identified and managed
- Maintaining and developing expertise in accounting standards and financial systems
- Anticipating and managing the impact of changes in Government and Departmental processes on the financial system
- Managing or undertaking ad hoc troubleshooting of accounting or financial system issues
- Working collaboratively with other teams in the section to share skills and build commitment to shared goals
The Ideal Person
You're an experienced Systems Accountant or SAP specialist, whether your background is in government or consulting, who can lead a small team while staying hands-on with the detail. You will bring the following skills and experience:
- SAP expertise, including experience with financial modules
- Strong project management skills and experience
- Analytical skills to understand business issues and weigh up options objectively
- Experience implementing financial system (SAP) changes and related business process changes
- Experience managing competing stakeholder needs to reach an agreed solution
Our ideal candidate will also come from one of the following backgrounds:
- A Senior Consultant or Manager working in a consulting firm, specialising in SAP implementation and engaging with government clients on SAP administration and financial systems
- An experienced EL1 Financial Analyst or Financial Administrator specialising in SAP and working within a Federal Government department
It’s also desirable if you have:
- A bachelor or higher degree in finance, accounting, data science, information technology or a related field
- CA or CPA qualification
Salary / Rate
$95/hr - $120/hr + Super
Hybrid working arrangements, including two WFH days
HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.
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