DescriptionBuild the future with QTCJoin an organisation that has been recognised as 'one of Australia's best places to work', winning multiple Employer of Choice awards in recent years for professional development, employee benefits and culture.QTC is the central financing authority for the Queensland Government and provides financial resources and services for the State.
We manage the State's funding program in the global capital markets to deliver sustainable and cost-effective borrowings for the Queensland Government, local governments, and other related entities (our clients).With a statutory role to advance the financial interests and development of the State, we help to deliver innovative, long-term solutions that contribute to the growth of Queensland's economy.
We protect Queensland's financial interests and deliver better financial outcomes by centralising the management of our clients' borrowings, cash investments, and foreign exchange.Purpose of RoleTo facilitate the delivery of financial reporting and compliance requirements for QTC and its associated entities, while providing valuable insights and advice to a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
This role also ensures the completeness and accuracy of financial information by maintaining robust internal controls and processes.Responsibilities & AccountabilitiesComplete statutory reporting requirements for QTC and other entities as required, including liaison with external auditors.Complete applicable month end processes on time, including journal entries and reconciliations, to the desired level of quality.Support the Finance Business Partners with analysis pertaining to divisional management reporting, as required.Complete work in accordance with appropriate accounting standards and provide interpretation and assistance on accounting standards to the broader organisation when required.Perform the daily reconciliation of financial management system data to QTC's core financial markets platform.Complete reporting requirements to Queensland Treasury (Tridata and Opendata).Participate in testing for financial management system upgrades.Respond to internal and external audit queries and information requirements.Prepare financial information for annual publications, the Australian Bureau of Statistics and other stakeholders.Assist in the completion of State and Federal taxation compliance and reporting requirements (PAYG tax, payroll tax, FBT, GST and Tax equivalents).Identify opportunities and drive business process improvements for areas of responsibility.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.Ensure establishment and maintenance of applicable team procedures.Ad hoc tasks as requested by the Director, Finance.CompetenciesTechnical CompetenciesEffective communication (oral, written and presentation) and interpersonal skills.Knowledge and application of accounting standards.Experience in processing transactions and generating reports from finance systems.Analytical skills to be able to review and explain financial information in a clear and comprehensible manner.Ability to identify and understand financial risks, processes, and supporting controls.Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft suite (e.g.
Excel, Word, PowerPoint and PowerBI).Ability to maintain existing financial models in Microsoft Excel.Behavioural CompetenciesIntegrity, including upholding strong professional and ethical standards.Proactive with personal drive.Builds strong collaborative relationships within the team and across QTC.Demonstrates an inclusive behaviour.Demonstrates open and constructive communication.Considers team and QTC priorities into account in decision making, collaboration and planning.Organised, able to prioritise with attention to detail and accuracy.Speaks up and takes initiative regarding opportunities for improvement within their role or team.Take a lead role in self-development:Demonstrating ongoing learningAccepting stretch assignment opportunitiesLearning through coaching, mentoring, support, guidance and collaborationCommitment to own and team success.Leadership CompetenciesPersonal responsibility for their 'what' and 'how' in accordance with QTC values.Professional, constructive in raising concerns and respectful of others' opinions and values.Acts on personal feedback and takes responsibility for personal growth and self-improvement.Support and coach peers using strengths to help others in a constructive way.Aware of key risks and raises concerns with leader.Agile mindset and supportive in times of ambiguity and change.QualificationsEssentialTertiary qualification in a relevant discipline required for professional roles.ORRelevant experience in similar accounting role.DesirableMembership with either CPA Australia or the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) or working towards.ExperienceEssentialMinimum 3-4 years employment with relevant experience aligned to the role requirements (NB: successful candidates are likely to have longer periods of experience).Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate technical finance information to a non-finance audience.Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret financial information and use data to provide insights for internal and external stakeholders.DesirableExperience working in the financial services industry.Experience working with Finance 365.#J-18808-Ljbffr