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Accounting - Finance
Financial Accountant and Compliance Officer
Accounting - Finance
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Remote / WFH
Job Description
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About us:
The Finance Department is responsible for managing the financial operations of the health service, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and ensuring efficient allocation of resources. It oversees billing processes, financial compliance, and supports strategic financial planning to ensure the health service's financial sustainability and optimal delivery of healthcare services. The department works closely with other hospital departments to maintain accurate financial records and facilitate effective financial decision-making.
About the role:
The Financial Accountant and Compliance Officer is part of a dedicated team of finance professionals who support CQ Health through the provision of accountable, transparent, professional and value-for-money financial accounting services. This position is also responsible for development and implementation of the financial management assurance framework by identifying financial control risks and recommending, designing and implementing effective and efficient control solutions.
About you:
Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Economics or other relevant disciplines.
Knowledge of and/or experience in the health service delivery environment.
CPA/CA designation or equivalent would be highly regarded.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $148,323 is comprised of:
An hourly rate between $60.79 - $80.64 p.h.
12.75% employer superannuation contribution
17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits
Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
Your current CV or resume, including referees.
A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance:
Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5I658059
Applications close: Monday, 29 September 2026
#RockhamptonThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
About us:
The Finance Department is responsible for managing the financial operations of the health service, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and ensuring efficient allocation of resources. It oversees billing processes, financial compliance, and supports strategic financial planning to ensure the health service's financial sustainability and optimal delivery of healthcare services. The department works closely with other hospital departments to maintain accurate financial records and facilitate effective financial decision-making.
About the role:
The Financial Accountant and Compliance Officer is part of a dedicated team of finance professionals who support CQ Health through the provision of accountable, transparent, professional and value-for-money financial accounting services. This position is also responsible for development and implementation of the financial management assurance framework by identifying financial control risks and recommending, designing and implementing effective and efficient control solutions.
About you:
Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Economics or other relevant disciplines.
Knowledge of and/or experience in the health service delivery environment.
CPA/CA designation or equivalent would be highly regarded.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $148,323 is comprised of:
An hourly rate between $60.79 - $80.64 p.h.
12.75% employer superannuation contribution
17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits
Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
Your current CV or resume, including referees.
A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance:
Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5I658059
Applications close: Monday, 29 September 2026
#RockhamptonThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
