Registered Organisations Services Branch | APS 5 | Melbourne Closing date: 13/08/2026 11:45 PM

Eligibility The Fair Work Commission (the Commission) requires Australian citizenship as a condition of engagement.

To be eligible for employment with the Commission, the successful applicant must undergo and satisfy a National Police Check.

About the Position The Advisor, Financial Analysis is a key role within the Regulatory Lodgements and Advice team which supports, amongst other tasks, the financial analysis function of the Registered Organisations Services Branch (the Branch).

Working with the General Manager of the Fair Work Commission (the Commission), Branch staff and registered organisations, the Advisor, Financial Analysis provides accounting and auditing advice in relation to the financial reporting obligations specified in the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009 (RO Act).

Duties

As a valued member of the Regulatory Lodgements and Advice team, the duties of the Advisor, Financial Analysis include, but are not limited to:

- Providing advice, under the guidance of the Director, Regulatory Lodgements and Advice, to external clients in relation to the record keeping and financial reporting obligations of registered organisations under the RO Act, in particular regarding the requirements of, and compliance by, registered organisations with the Australian Accounting Standards and Australian Auditing Standards.
- Assessing loans, grants and donations statements, auditor registration applications, financial reports and associated documents, officers and related party disclosure statements and annual returns lodged with the Commission by registered organisations to determine whether they meet legislative requirements.




- Assisting with the preparation of materials to assist registered organisations in meeting their financial reporting obligations, including preparing correspondence to registered organisations regarding compliance following the assessment of financial documents.
- Assisting the General Manager and the Executive Director, Registered Organisations Services Branch in conducting inquires and investigations regarding compliance by registered organisations with their financial reporting obligations. Working with the Director, Regulatory Lodgements and Advice to provide advice and recommendations to the General Manager and the Executive Director regarding possible contraventions of the RO Act.
- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with key internal stakeholders to ensure high quality support and services are provided to the Branch and to registered organisations.
- Providing advice and assisting staff within the Branch in relation to procurement activities and other purchasing requirements and engaging with relevant areas within the Commission on these matters, as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as directed.

How to Apply The Position Description (PD) is attached at the bottom of this advertisement which will provide you with further information.

Your application must consist of the following two requirements:





- A statement of claim of no more than 800 words, outlining your skills and/or experience relevant to the advertised role using ‘Our ideal candidate’ section as your basis.
- A resume detailing your employment history relevant to this position and details of at least two recent referees.

Applications close Thursday 13 August 2026 at 11:45 pm (AEDT). Please contact Joanne Fenwick on [email protected] or (03) 8650 0172 if you have specific questions about this

Additional Information

Information about the Commission can be found at www.fwc.gov.au

Commission staff have access to hybrid working arrangements where they can work a combination of in the office and from home.

The Fair Work Commission has a broad range of functions relating to the workplace and seeks to discharge these functions in a way that best meets the needs of our community with a focus on access to justice.

As an employer, the Commission values diverse views and backgrounds, including First Nations Australians, mature age workers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, carers, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people

who are neurodiverse. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live. We also welcome conversations about working flexibly.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Applicants are encouraged to request reasonable adjustments as required to assist your participation in this recruitment process.

Attachments:

- APSC Cracking The Code.pdf
- PD - APS5 Advisor, Financial Analysis - VIC - July.docx
- PD - APS5 Advisor, Financial Analysis - VIC - July.pdf
- eRecruitment FAQ.docx

📌 Advisor, Financial Analysis (Melbourne)
🏢 FWC
📍 Melbourne