CAPITAL PROJECTS AND FIXED ASSETS ACCOUNTANT

An excellent short term opportunity has become available for an experienced Capital Projects and Fixed Assets Accountant to join a leading local government organisation in Noosa, QLD. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with strong technical skills across capital accounting, asset management, and statutory reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strategic financial advice and support across all stages of capital projects — from planning through to completion and capitalisation.
• Monitor and review the financial performance of capital works programs, including variance analysis and monthly capital reporting.
• Maintain and reconcile the organisation’s asset register to ensure compliance with accounting standards and reporting regulations.
• Support financial year-end processes, including statutory reporting, audit preparation, and asset capitalisation documentation.
• Liaise with project teams, engineers, and asset managers to ensure accurate financial recognition of assets and project information.
• Participate in annual asset revaluation processes and assist in preparing supporting documentation for auditors.

ABOUT YOU:

• Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in asset and capital accounting within local government or a similar environment.
• Strong understanding of Australian Accounting Standards and Local Government financial regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams.

ON OFFER:

• Initial 3 to 4 month contract with potential for extension
• Based in beautiful Noosa, QLD
• Competitive hourly or daily rate on offer
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful capital and infrastructure initiatives

If you’re a detail oriented Accountant with experience in asset management and capital project reporting, this contract offers an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact within a supportive team environment !

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Jack McDougall 07 3339 5611 or email: jmcdougall@paxus.com.au and quote the above job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.