Federal Government opportunities in Surry Hills6-month contract with possible extensionEL1 - $602.55 per day + superHybrid work arrangement The EL1 Assistant Director of Finance is needed to coordinate and manage detailed or sensitive projects. This role will involve performing various activities that may affect the strategic or operational outcomes supporting the agency.Key responsibilities will include:Lead Financial Reporting Functions: Oversee month-end inputs, reporting, analysis, and controls, including balance sheet reconciliations.Improve Month-End Processes: Drive efficient and accurate month-end cycles across the finance team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.Coordinate General Ledger Procedures: Manage monthly General Ledger close and reporting procedures, ensuring accuracy in financial records.Prepare Financial Statements: Lead the preparation of financial statements and liaise with the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) on audit matters.Stakeholder Management: Engage with internal and external auditors, business partners, and other stakeholders for effective communication and collaboration.Key Skills Required:Previous experience within a similar roleTeam leadership skills and experienceAbility to lead the preparation of financial statements and reportingEducational Background: Relevant academic qualifications with membership in Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA), Certified Practising Accountants (CPA), or other equivalent professional finance bodies.To Apply:In order to be considered, applicants are required to hold Australian Citizenship.If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or call Ankita on 02 9200 3683 for more information.DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people with disabilities. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with a disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process, please advise via ****** or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP processes your personal information, please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via this link. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.#J-18808-Ljbffr