A05 Senior Finance Officer

• Competitive hourly rate
• Grow your skills in a collaborative team
• Gain hands‑on experience with high‑level financial operations

• 8‑month contract
• State Government Agency
• Brisbane CBD Location

About the company
Karlka Recruiting Group has partnered with a State Government Agency to engage a Senior Finance Officer. This position is located in their busy Brisbane CBD office for an initial 8‑month contract, with possible extensions.

  
About the Position
The Senior Finance Officer role offers the opportunity to utilise your analytical, financial, and organisational skills. You will support financial operations, governance, best‑practice processes, and provide detailed financial insights and advice across the organisation.

Duties

• Undertake day‑to‑day financial operations including month‑end and year‑end processing, journal entries, account reviews and reconciliations.
• Provide accurate financial information and ensure integrity across general ledgers, maintaining compliance with policies, accounting standards and relevant legislation.
• Provide advice to internal and external stakeholders on financial and administrative policies, identifying issues and recommending improvements.
• Contribute to development, monitoring and evaluation of financial management strategies, ensuring compliance and promoting best practice.
• Assist in identifying training needs in financial accounting and support implementation of training programs.
• Perform financial administrative tasks and other duties as required

Requirements/Skills

• Experience with SAP ECC 6 and background in accounting/finance.
• Qualifications in accounting or finance.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate in a team environment.
• Understanding of governance, best practice and process improvements.
• Knowledge of public sector financial practices and regulations.

Benefits working with this Client

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful outcomes within a large State Government Agency.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and flexible working environment.
• Professional development opportunities, especially across financial governance and public sector processes.

Benefits working with Karlka Recruiting Group 

• Weekly pay  
• Ongoing support: Pre, during and post placement 
• Dedicated consultant per contract
• Employee Assistance Program available
• Our agency supports Indigenous communities 

How to Apply
Apply now to be considered for submission to our client by 13/02/2026
Consultant:  Melody
Email for questions only: recruitment@karlkarecruiting.com.au
*Please apply through this portal. Any applications through email may be missed.

Nyiyaparli and other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Applications received after the due date may be considered for similar roles.