Financial Accountant – Government Department

About the role

The Department of Customer Service is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Financial Accountant to join its Financial Control team in Sydney CBD. The role supports accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, and the delivery of accounting services across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare regular financial reports, reconciliations and statutory returns to ensure compliance and inform decision‑making.
• Collaborate with shared service providers to deliver accurate financial transactions within agreed timelines.
• Assist in the preparation of interim and annual financial statements in line with accounting standards.
• Provide financial advice, training and support to internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of accounting policies, procedures and controls.
• Produce financial reports, business cases and briefing notes with accuracy and timeliness.
• Analyse financial data to identify issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Support month‑end and year‑end activities, including reconciliations and compliance reporting.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Professional membership – CA or CPA.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, NSW Treasury Circulars and relevant legislation.
• Demonstrated experience in financial accounting within a large or complex organisation.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and experience with ERP systems such as SAP or TM1.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.

Required skills

• Excel (advanced)
• SAP
• TM1

What we offer

• Clerk Grade 7/8 salary range $116,981 – $129,492 + super, commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Ongoing opportunity within a stable government department.