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The Central Desert Board is seeking to appoint an experienced Accounting Principal to provide strategic and operational leadership across the organisation’s finance and accounting functions.

The Accounting Principal will be employed by the Central Desert subsidiary, Desert Accounting and Business Support Pty Ltd.

This role is critical to maintaining the financial integrity, governance and long-term sustainability of the organisation and its clients. The Accounting Principal provides trusted financial leadership, strategic insight and operational excellence across all finance and accounting functions.

REQUIREMENTS

If you are a CA or CPA qualified Accountant with experience in a public practice environment working with Aboriginal organisations, we would be interested to hear from you.
The successful candidate will bring advanced knowledge of accounting standards, strong analytical and leadership capability, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex environment.
High professional integrity, attention to detail, and strong stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

THE PACKAGE

In return you will receive a competitive remuneration package of $175,000 plus superannuation on a permanent employment contract and the opportunity to salary sacrifice.

To apply please click the Apply Now button or visit www.beilbydt.com.au quoting reference 101469.
Please provide a comprehensive resume together with a covering letter of no more than two pages, outlining your interest in the position and addressing your suitability to the role.

Download an Application Pack by clicking or copying and pasting this link in your browser: https://beilbydt.com.au/application-packs

For initial enquiries, or for any assistance you may need in making your application, please contact Emily Bulloch for a confidential discussion on 0427 582 402 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Applications will close at 12pm AWST on Thursday 12 February 2026.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply.