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Job Title


Financial Accountant- Fixed Assets


Company : Queensland Airports Limited


Location : Gold Coast, Queensland


Created : 2025-04-11


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Who is QAL?Queensland Airports Limited (QAL) is an accomplished airport operator which owns and operates Gold Coast, Townsville, Longreach and Mount Isa airports connecting the Gold Coast and northern NSW, along with regional Queensland, to the rest of the country and beyond. Our company has a vision to engage customers, connect communities and deliver exceptional experiences and a commitment to delivering for the communities where we operate. We have been formally recognised as a Great Place to Work Certified organisation four times and recently was awarded Work180 accreditation as a champion for gender equity for the second year in a row. Our company is dedicated to a target of net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030.There has never been a better time to join us.What youll contribute to:An exciting opportunity has become available for a Financial Accountant- Fixed Assets to join the QAL Finance team. The role is a permanent position, reporting through to the Financial Controller.You will be responsible for developing a strong fixed asset framework for the Company that enables timely and accurate compliance with reporting deadlines.Building relationships with business managers will be a strength of yours to successfully ensure budget, accounting standards and policy compliance.We are looking for an experienced operator with a firm grasp and understanding of capital accounting principles and who shares the Finance teams commitment to providing exemplar support to the wider business.Key deliverables/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Oversee the accounting of capital projects, ensuring that costs are accurately tracked and allocated to the correct accounts and project codes.Record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions in the accounting system (includes monthly capital additions to the asset register) and recommend to management any updates to accounting policies related to fixed assets.Understanding and supporting business leaders through tax implications of projects and capitalisation process (differences between asset book values and tax book values).Prepare audit schedules relating to fixed assets, and assist the auditors in their inquiries.Participating in cross-functional projects, sharing knowledge, and contributing to continuous improvement.Set up Capital projects, access individual transactions within projects and work with business to ensure projects are not over budget.Complete the monthly employee capitalisation process.What we offer you?This is an opportunity to be part of a progressive organisation with a great culture and assist in the transformation and growth of the business. Flexible working options are available for all employees. At QAL, we uphold the philosophy that the smooth integration of life and work benefits all. We call it Living Well.QAL supports an inclusive approach and values diversity within the workplace. We aim to provide opportunities that allow individuals to reach their full potential regardless of their background, gender, age, work status, religious or cultural identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.The successful candidate will be required to adhere to QALs Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP), which includes pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing and have the ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC). #J-18808-Ljbffr