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Job Title: Senior Accountant (12-Month Maternity Leave Contract)
Location: Brisbane City
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract (12 Months – Maternity Leave Coverage)
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: General Manager
About Us
Consolidated Properties is a leading property development firm specialising in innovative residential, commercial, retail and mixed-use projects. We have a 45-year history of developing quality development solutions. We are currently seeking an organised, skilled Senior Accountant to join our team on a 12-month maternity leave contract with the possibility of an ongoing role.
Position Overview
The Senior Accountant will play a key role in the financial operations of the business, by preparing and posting general ledger entries to support and produce accurate and timely financial reports. Duties also include payroll, compliance management and supporting project accounting across our diverse property portfolio. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, experience in the property development or real estate sector, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The finance team is small so you would enjoy a wide role covering all aspects of the accounting function. You will be able to work autonomously. CPG can offer flexible working arrangements for the right candidate although most of your time would be spent in the Brisbane CBD office.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements
Facilitate and oversee end-to-end accounting; including AP/AR, journal entries, reviews and reconciliations, posting journals and bank reconciliations
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts including inter-entity reconciliations and loans
Monitor and report on project-level financial performance and cost tracking
Preparation and processing of weekly payroll (including all related matters – reconciliations, payroll tax, FBT, superannuation, Workcover, STP Compliance)
Tax compliance including monthly and quarterly BAS, FBT and Income Tax Return workpapers
Oversee and coordinate a small team
Coordinate and liaise with CPG’s external tax advisors and consultants
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cashflowing
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies
Support leadership with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting.
Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements as needed
Any other duties as directed by the General Manager
Qualifications & Experience
CA/CPA Qualified
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in property development or real estate but not necessary.
Experience with project accounting and residential settlements
A knowledge of Sage accounting software would be advantageous but not essential (experience using MYOB, Xero or Quicken also welcome)
Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets
Excellent attention to detail, organisational, and time management skills
Proven skills in regard to time management, setting priorities and planning and organising workload
Ability to work independently and collaborate in a small team environment
Duration: 12-month maternity leave coverage (with possibility of on-going role)
Start Date: July 2025
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience
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