Financial Accountant

Brisbane Festival is seeking a motivated and strategic Financial Accountant to join our team.

About Us

Queensland’s premier arts festival, Brisbane Festival lights up the city each September with extraordinary art, installations, and live performances from home and across the world. We are Boldy Brisbane – we reflect the diversity and unique voice of our river city. Our people make the impossible possible through passion, hard work, and care.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and strategic Financial Accountant to join our team. This is more than a finance role; it’s a chance to contribute to the success of one of Australia’s most exciting cultural events. You’ll work closely with the CFO and collaborate across departments to ensure financial sustainability and operational excellence.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including variance analysis. Assisting with year-end audits and financial reporting.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Manage reconciliations for general ledger, bank, and GST accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee BAS, GST, PAYG, and FBT obligations.
• Support payroll administration and superannuation processes.
• Strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes across the organisation.
• Partner with Programming and Production teams to align financial planning with artistic vision.

Relevant Experience

Essential:

• CPA/CA qualified or equivalent, desired.
• Strong financial reporting and compliance experience
• Accounting software-savvy (Xero, Employment Hero, ApprovalMax experience desirable)
• Collaborative and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Skilled in building strong relationships and acting as a trusted business partner.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Highly proficient in excel
• Adaptable and thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment.
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently with a flexible and proactive approach.

Desirable:

• Experience with not-for-profit organisations, is desirable.

Apply Now

Visit brisbanefestival.com.au/jobs to download the Position Description and submit your application. Applications close at 5:00pm on Sunday 18 January 2026. Applications are strictly confidential.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalised folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We would love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

Brisbane Festival is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Our vision is to have a team which reflects the breadth and diversity of Brisbane’s population. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, LGBTQIA+, culturally and linguistically diverse applicants and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.