Your new opportunityIn the role you will be part of Treasury's Corporate and Executive Services Group, providing essential financial services to the department and Whole of Government. As a Principal Accountant, Budget and Performance Management, you will lead and empower a skilled team to deliver critical budgetary and performance monitoring services.You will prepare key funding submissions, departmental Budget Papers, and budgetary briefs for estimate hearings, while providing expert advice on financial management matters. Working closely with stakeholders, you'll play a pivotal role in influencing our budget and performance strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative, and forward-thinking team that values innovation and continuous improvement in financial management. In this role, you will:- Provide leadership to the team in providing professional financial advice to internal and external stakeholders on budgetary and financial management matters.- Prepare funding submissions, department Budget Papers, and detailed budgetary briefs for estimate hearings.- Oversee the preparation of management reports and other customised financial reports.- Drive ongoing improvements in budgetary quality and strategic decision-making processes.- Build and maintain strong and collaborative partnerships with key stakeholders.- Work within a productive, motivated team that strives to deliver high-quality financial services. What experience you will bring:- Outstanding analytical skills and sound judgment with demonstrated high-level integrity.- Strong adaptability to changing environments and a results-driven mindset.- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.- Extensive experience in management accounting.- Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards, legislation, and policies.- Proven ability to manage conflicting priorities effectively and perform under pressure.- Demonstrated expertise in leading and inspiring teams to achieve organisational success.Whilst there are no mandatory qualifications needed for this role, relevant qualifications will be highly regarded. How to applyTo submit your application, click on the Apply link to provide:- Your resume detailing relevant experience- A cover letter of no more than two pages outlining why you are interested in this position and how your knowledge, skills and experience makes you a strong candidate for the role. Queensland Treasury is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and treating all applicants equitably. This starts with recruitment, including making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process. We welcome applicants to share with the hiring manager any health condition, disability, and/or cultural or linguistic background, so that we may make any necessary adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process. Applications to remain current for 12 months Job Ad Reference: QLD/672344/25 Closing Date: Wednesday, 15th December 2025
