Senior Asset Accountant

• 6-month contract, with potential to extend
• Brisbane CBD based
• Contractor benefits through Talent!

About the company:

Our client is a Queensland Government department responsible for supporting and developing key industries across the state. The department plays an important role in driving economic growth, strengthening regional communities and supporting sustainable industry development through policy, investment, regulation and strategic initiatives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and reporting on the department’s capital expenditure, assets and associated budgets, ensuring financial information is accurate and compliant with government accounting standards

About the role:

Your main duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to.

• Prepare monthly capital project reports, reconciliations, briefing notes and presentations, providing financial insights to management.
• Assist with reviewing and updating capital management policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government requirements.
• Provide advice on asset accounting, Capital Work-in-Progress and asset acquisitions in line with relevant accounting standards.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining annual capital budgets and budget updates, ensuring accurate reporting to Queensland Treasury.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal teams, senior management and external stakeholders.
• Work closely with the finance team to maintain accurate financial records and internal controls.
• Communicate capital and asset-related financial information to stakeholders, management and auditors.

What’s in it for you?

• 6-month labour hire contract, with potential for extension
• Brisbane CBD location
• WFH arrangement on offer
• Flexible start and finish times
• Attractive hourly rate aligned with AO6 Banding

Skills and experience required:

• Extensive experience in asset accounting, capital accounting or financial accounting.
• Experience managing capital budgets, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, particularly those relating to non-current assets.
• Knowledge of Capital Work-in-Progress (CWIP), asset capitalisation and asset registers.
• Previous Queensland Government experience, particularly with Treasury reporting requirements, would be highly advantageous.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Relevant accounting qualifications (highly regarded)
• CPA or CA Qualifications (highly regarded)

How to Apply:

If you would like more information about this role, or wish to have a confidential discussion about your career aspirations, please contact Emma Hansen (07) 3031 4517 // emma.hansen@talentinternational.com

Applications close: 5:00 PM Tuesday, 24^th November 2026