Senior Accountant - SAP, TM1

A State Government department is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant with proven expertise in SAP and IBM TM1 to support financial operations, reporting, and strategic planning. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial management and compliance across the organisation’s diverse portfolio.

The Senior Accountant will work closely with finance teams, business units, and technology partners to streamline processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and contribute to the department’s financial integrity and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, and forecasts in accordance with public sector standards
• Utilise SAP for general ledger management, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Develop and maintain TM1 models to support budgeting, planning, and analysis
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve financial systems and reporting workflows
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, government policies, and audit requirements
• Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic financial decisions
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and variance analysis
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across finance and accounting functions

Candidate Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• CPA or CA certification preferred
• Extensive experience using SAP for financial operations and reporting
• Strong proficiency in IBM TM1 for budgeting and forecasting
• Solid understanding of public sector financial frameworks and compliance requirements
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a complex, fast-paced environment

Benefits and Opportunities

• Contribute to high-impact financial initiatives within a leading government organisation
• Work in a collaborative and purpose-driven public sector environment
• Access to flexible work arrangements and professional development
• Be part of a team that values integrity, transparency, and innovation

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. To apply please click apply or call Phillip Yee on +61 2 82893143 for a confidential discussion.