Coordinator Financial Accounting (Colac)

An experienced Senior Financial Accountant is required to provide short-term support to a local council finance team during a busy reporting period. This is a hands-on contract role suited to someone who can step in quickly, work autonomously and provide immediate support across reporting, compliance and general finance functions.

Key Responsibilities
- Prepare financial reports and annual financial statements
- Support month-end and year-end processes, reconciliations and reporting
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure data integrity
- Assist with audit coordination and compliance requirements
- Support BAS, FBT and other taxation obligations
- Monitor cash flow, treasury and financial operations
- Provide support across budgeting and forecasting activities
- Contribute to process improvements and finance team support as required About You
- CPA/CA qualified (or working towards)
- Strong background in financial accounting and reporting
- Experience preparing financial statements and working within compliance frameworks
- Advanced Excel and financial systems capability
- Able to manage priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Local government experience highly regarded, but not essential Contract Details
- 8-week temporary assignment
- Colac location (onsite requirement)
- $67 per hour + super If this prospect aligns with your experience, we’d love to hear from you. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

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