Senior Accountant in Brisbane

Senior Accountant in Brisbane

Brisbane Full-Time 56250 - 68750 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Oversee financial reporting and provide insights to support business performance.
  • Company: Join Queensland Civil Solutions, a leading civil construction firm with 25 years of experience.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary and a work-life balance in a dynamic environment.
  • Other info: Be part of a collaborative team that values your contributions and fosters growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing company while developing your accounting skills.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 5 years of relevant experience.

The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 $ per year.

Queensland Civil Solutions (QCS) is a privately owned and operated civil construction business based in Brisbane, delivering projects Australia-wide across some of the industry's most remote and challenging environments. With over 25 years of industry experience, QCS has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability and delivering results. Our team brings together long-standing industry professionals, highly experienced operators and construction specialists who share a commitment to getting the job done right.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for talented people who want to be part of that journey.

QCS is seeking an experienced, commercially minded Senior Accountant to join our Brisbane Head Office finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key position within an established and growing civil construction business, working closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and operational management team. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will play an important role in overseeing financial reporting, strengthening financial controls and providing meaningful commercial insights to support business performance and strategic decision-making.

This is a hands-on, varied role that extends beyond traditional financial accounting. You'll gain exposure to the operational and commercial side of civil construction, working across multiple projects and business functions to ensure financial information is accurate, meaningful and supports the bigger picture. We are looking for someone who can take ownership, identify opportunities for improvement and bring a proactive approach to managing the financial health of the business.

What You'll Do

  • Preparing monthly management accounts, financial statements and project performance reports.
  • Managing month-end processes, general ledger integrity and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Assisting with annual budgets, cash flow forecasts and financial projections.
  • Monitoring project financial performance, including job costing, WIP, profitability, budgets and cost-to-complete forecasts.
  • Providing financial analysis and commercial insights to support operational and management decision-making.
  • Managing BAS, GST, payroll tax and other statutory reporting and compliance obligations.
  • Coordinating year-end financial reporting, external audits and intercompany transactions.
  • Monitoring financial controls, identifying reporting discrepancies and implementing process improvements.
  • Working with operational teams to improve financial visibility, accountability and cost management across projects.

About You

You are a capable and commercially focused accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership, working collaboratively and looking beyond the numbers. To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

  • A degree qualification in Accounting or Finance, with CPA or CA qualifications highly regarded.
  • A minimum of 5 years' relevant accounting experience.
  • Experience within civil construction, engineering, infrastructure or another project-based industry (highly regarded).
  • Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and month-end processes.
  • Experience with project accounting, job costing and reporting.
  • Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems and reporting tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with excellent attention to detail.
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to work autonomously.
  • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with stakeholders across all levels of the business.

The QCS Lifestyle

A role that offers more than just a desk and a payslip. We understand that a rewarding career should complement your lifestyle, not compete with it. The role is based at our Brisbane Head Office in Brisbane Technology Park, Eight Mile Plains, this is a full-time, permanent position. We offer an environment where you can enjoy the benefits of a head office role while remaining connected to the exciting and fast-paced civil construction industry.

Why Join QCS?

This is an opportunity to become part of a growing business where you aren't just another number in the finance department. You'll have the opportunity to apply your expertise, contribute to meaningful business improvements and play an important role in supporting the continued success of QCS. If you're looking for a position that combines professional challenge, commercial exposure and a sustainable work life balance, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Accountant in Brisbane employer: Queensland Civil Solutions

Queensland Civil Solutions is an exceptional employer that prioritises the safety and growth of its employees. With a strong commitment to zero harm and high-quality delivery, team members enjoy competitive salaries, site allowances, and ample opportunities for career advancement into supervisory roles. Working in Brisbane, you'll be part of a supportive work culture that values expertise and fosters professional development in the civil construction industry.

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Contact Details:

Queensland Civil Solutions Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Accountant in Brisbane

Financial Reporting
Budgeting
Forecasting
Project Accounting
Job Costing
Advanced Excel Skills
Analytical Skills