Our Mission

Reducing the burden of cancer. Cancer Council Queensland raises funds that are dedicated to improving quality of life for people living with cancer, through research, patient care, prevention and early detection. We are dynamic, outcome-focused and responsive to community needs, committed to voluntarism and the pursuit of excellence in all activities. All employees and volunteers from CCQ, through their work, are actively involved in cancer control.

About the role

An opportunity for a talented and dedicated Assistant Accountant to work closely with the Financial Accountant and key stakeholders across the business. In this role you will be working closely with accounts payable and receivable teams, will be the go-to person from a processing point of view, assisting the financial accountant with end of month tasks and assist with annual audit as requested by the financial accountant and the senior managers of the finance team.

The Assistant Accountant will be responsible for accounting procedures for accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank account reconciliations, fixed assets maintenance, general finance support, system maintenance, assistance with end of month and yearend tasks and reports for Cancer Council Queensland (CCQ).

This a Fixed-term full-time contract for 12 month working 37.5 hours per week.

About you

What will see you succeed in this role:

• Minimum of three years’ experience as an Assistant Accountant focusing on month end, yearend, fixed assets, and systems maintenance.
• Experience with Great Plains accounting package is desirable.
• Experience with purchase order systems
• Demonstrated high level skills using Microsoft Office Suite, mainly excel (intermediate to advance level)
• Understanding and preparation of monthly GST returns
• Fixed assets maintenance, processing of monthly additions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of accounts receivable and accounts payable processes and procedures.
• Great problem-solving skills.
• Strong experience with communication and working with internal and external stakeholders and building relationships.
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Ability to follow procedure.
• Ability to work autonomously within a team environment.

If you are a quick learner and have a positive attitude with a passion and enthusiasm to make a difference, we would like to hear from you.

Benefits

Cancer Council Queensland is a growing community-based organisation offering employees flexible work arrangements, salary packaging opportunities, and a supportive team environment where healthy lifestyle balance is encouraged.

How to apply

Applications including current resume and cover letter are required by the close date and should be addressed to:

Financial Accountant
Cancer Council Queensland

For your application to be considered, it is recommended that the following documentation is attached with your application:

• Cover letter – Your cover letter should clearly indicate the position you are applying for and give a brief summary of your motivations for applying and your relevant skills and experience.
• Current Resume – Your resume should include your contact details, work experience, educational background and professional development.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Cancer Council Queensland reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate.

Cancer Council Queensland will contribute to equality and reconciliation by encouraging applications and inquiries for employment opportunities from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.