At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial operations and provide strategic advice to executive leadership.
- Company: Join Randstad, a leader in recruitment with a focus on diversity and equal opportunities.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, flexible working options, and potential for extension.
- Other info: Opportunity for hands-on experience in a dynamic environment with growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the public sector while advancing your finance career.
- Qualifications: Must have relevant accounting qualifications and public sector experience.
The predicted salary is between 97.66 - 103 $ per hour.
Randstad is recruiting for an experienced, hands-on finance professional to take on the role of Senior Finance Manager for a Public Sector Organisation based on the Gold Coast.
This is a critical, temporary engagement starting ASAP initially for three months, with the possibility of further extension.
This strategic role sits at the AO8 level and offers a highly competitive casual hourly rate of $97.66 - $103.19 plus superannuation.
The position offers flexible working options across the month, requiring full-time availability during peak reporting periods and greater flexibility during mid-month cycles.
The Role
In this role, the successful candidate will take direct, hands-on ownership of core financial operations while acting as a trusted advisor to senior executive leadership.
This position requires an experienced finance professional who can rapidly integrate into the organisation, manage day-to-day financial functions, ensure statutory compliance, and deliver high-level reporting during a key transitional period.
Key responsibilities include
- Manage end-to-end month-end closure processes and prepare comprehensive management reporting packs for executive review.
- Drive operational budgeting, rolling forecasts, and financial variance analysis to support departmental objectives.
- Provide expert financial advice, strategic briefings, and formal submissions directly to Executive Leadership and senior governance bodies.
- Monitor and control operating expenditure and capital expenditure against approved funding allocations.
- Maintain robust internal financial controls, facilitate internal/external audit requirements, and ensure compliance with statutory reporting standards.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and corporate support teams to ensure efficient financial processing and operational support.
Skills/experience required
- A relevant accounting qualification (equivalent to CPA or CA) is mandatory.
- Proven, hands-on public sector financial management experience, with Queensland Government background strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated expertise in budget management, month-end execution and financial governance.
- Proven capability in delivering strategic financial counsel and high-level reporting directly to executive stakeholders.
- Practical understanding of public sector financial accountability frameworks and operational service delivery models.
- To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with no work restrictions.
- Engagement is subject to a satisfactory background screening process; applicants must be willing to undergo a Criminal History Check.
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.
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Senior Finance Manager employer: Randstad
Join a dynamic local operator as an Accounts/Payroll Officer, where you'll thrive in a warm and collaborative culture that prioritises employee well-being and growth. With flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home one day a week, and unique perks like a paid day off for your birthday and a monthly health grant, this company is committed to creating a rewarding workplace that values your contributions. Be part of a team that invests in your development while enjoying a friendly environment filled with good banter and regular team-building events.
