EL 2 - $141,563 - $164,475 per annum plus superannuation
Finance (CFO) Division
Locations: Adelaide, SA, Brisbane, QLD, Canberra, ACT, Darwin, NT, Hobart, TAS, Melbourne, VIC, Perth, WA, Sydney, NSW
Who we are DCCEEW's vision is an Australia that is prosperous because it is sustainable, with community and Country at the heart of our actions. We aim big because we have an important role to play in Australia’s future. By joining DCCEEW you will be part of delivering our key outcomes:
Take a leadership role in responding to climate change, within Australia and internationally.
Support the transition of Australia’s economy to net zero emissions by 2050.
Protect our environment, heritage and water.
Advance Australia’s environmental, scientific, strategic and economic interests in the Antarctic region.
All our staff contribute to the delivery of these outcomes for Australia through the collective work that we do.
The Finance Division supports the department to be efficient, effective, and financially sustainable through our business partnerships, the Finance Service Charter and our specialist centres of excellence. The division provides financial and management advice and support to the department, the offices of the minister and assistant ministers and to industry stakeholders. The division delivers on business objectives through the provision of high-quality customer service, advice and support and a nationally consistent approach to business, with consideration to the government’s tight fiscal environment, its significant reform agenda and the department’s imperative to maintain financial sustainability.
The Financial Management Branch supports DCCEEW to achieve its vision and outcomes by ensuring financial sustainability and strong fiscal governance, supported by efficient financial systems and processes. The branch manages DCCEEW’s operating, capital and equity budgets; assists our executive managers with budget setting and management; provides monthly reporting and advice on divisional finances and resourcing; prepares DCCEEW’s financial statements; manages external financial reporting and taxation obligations and maintains DCCEEW’s asset register; applies and manages DCCEEW’s Investment Framework covering capital and operating budgets and equity; and supports and delivers change, communications, and training for key branch, and broader corporate, projects and activities.
The Job An exciting role that will challenge both your financial skills and ability to partner and shape strategic financial decisions based on evidence and your ability to communicate the financial narrative and story for business areas. Finance Business Partners support the delivery of accurate and effective budget management and monthly reporting and provide sound financial analysis through succinct written and verbal communication.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing strategic and operational financial advice to Groups, Divisions and to the CFO.
Leading the delivery of timely, accurate and value-add advice across a range of funding sources.
Working with stakeholders to link financial activities to their business plans and priorities.
Identifying and developing opportunities to improve services to clients and corporate stakeholders.
Supporting fiscal management capability and reporting, best practice, and compliance through the delivery of targeted training, processes, and guidance.
Building and maintaining professional working relationships.
Collaborating with stakeholders to achieve the department's outcomes and deliver on our strategic priorities.
Providing timely and accurate financial performance information with supporting value-add commentary.
What we are looking for
Knowledge and experience We are looking for initiative-taking individuals who:
Have an ability to think critically.
Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills.
Can form productive working relationships with a variety of stakeholder groups.
Can think on their feet to solve problems and work effectively with others.
Skills and capabilities The successful candidates will have:
Strong collaborative leadership attributes, acting with the intention of reaching beneficial outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships focusing on providing excellent customer service, building and maintaining trust and credibility.
The ability to bring people round to their way of thinking while also acknowledging and considering the opinions of others.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Proven skills in finding solutions and achieving positive results.
The ability to effectively cope with change, shift gears comfortably, and act without having the total picture.
Demonstrated ability to lead a team, ensuring clarity of priorities and goals and managing continuous improvement, including managing staff performance in line with the department’s performance management framework and supporting their ongoing development.
A proven ability to interpret and communicate complex financial matters simply to a range of stakeholders.
EligibilityMandatory qualifications
Membership of a professional accounting association (CPA/CA), progress towards, or ability to progress; or significant Government or private sector financial management or advisory experience.
For additional information, please read the Job Description below.
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