• Full Time | 9-day fortnight | 36 hours per week 
• Salary: From $101,616 to $108,140 per annum plus Superannuation
• Position Brief - Senior Accountant

 About the team

The Department Finance business unit plays a critical role in supporting the delivery of high-quality services to the Gold Coast community. We provide trusted financial advice, reporting, and analysis to enable informed decision-making across Council. Our work ensures strong financial governance, accountability, and sustainable management of public funds that support a growing and vibrant city.

About the role 

The Senior Accountant operates under limited direction and is responsible for delivering professional financial management and business services across at least two departments. This role provides specialist advice and support in financial accounting, compliance, reporting, and analysis, and contributes to the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and operational practices.

You will play a key role in supporting accurate financial reporting, maintaining the integrity of financial systems, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, accounting standards, and Council policies. The role also influences operational outcomes, provides guidance to staff, and may coordinate significant financial activities or projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering accurate and timely financial services, including reconciliations, reporting, and financial analysis
• Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining budgets, workpapers, and supporting documentation for audit and statutory reporting requirements
• Ensuring compliance with Council business rules, policies, relevant legislation, and accounting standards
• Coordinating and monitoring financial processes, including journals, system maintenance, and transactional activities
• Supporting the collection, coordination, entry, and review of financial and budgetary information
• Providing expert financial advice and support to management and staff on complex financial matters
• Maintaining accurate financial information within Council systems and contributing to strong financial governance
• Supporting the development and continuous improvement of financial policies, procedures, and work practices
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Managing competing priorities to deliver agreed financial outcomes within required timeframes

We’re looking for people who have: 

We are looking for a motivated and detail-focused finance professional who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. You will bring strong technical accounting skills, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to provide clear and practical financial advice.

You will also demonstrate:

• Experience in financial accounting, reporting, budgeting, and reconciliation processes
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements, accounting standards, and financial governance frameworks
• The ability to interpret financial data and provide meaningful insights to support decision-making
• Experience working with financial systems and reporting tools (e.g. SAP or similar)
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• A proactive approach to identifying process improvements and supporting continuous improvement

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future 

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.  

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:    

• 9-day fortnight  

• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations  

• Personal and professional development courses 

• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport  

• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member 

• 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year 

 We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.  

How to apply
To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.

Contact Person Ashley Shannon

Contact Email ashannon@goldcoast.qld.gov.au  

Closing Date Monday 6th July 2026, 11:59pm AEDT   

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.  

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.