System Accountant

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

The System Accountant provides leadership and strategic oversight across financial accounting and reporting functions. This role ensures compliance with legislative and policy frameworks, drives process improvement, and supports high-quality financial governance within the department.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the financial accounting team and oversee statutory financial reporting
  • Ensure accurate and compliant financial transactions and records
  • Drive process and system improvements using innovation and best practices
  • Provide strategic financial advice to senior management and stakeholders
  • Oversee asset accounting and insurance coverage management
  • Maintain compliance with all legislative, policy, and audit requirements
  • Support the preparation and resolution of audit findings and financial statements

Required Qualifications

  • Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
  • CPA or CA qualification (desirable)
  • Proven leadership experience in financial accounting and reporting
  • Strong understanding of public sector financial frameworks and standards

Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and system improvement abilities
  • High attention to accuracy, compliance, and risk management

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