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This opportunity sits within a large Federal Government organisation responsible for delivering complex policy, operational and governance outcomes across Australia. With a focus on continuous improvement, compliance and strategic decision-making, the organisation offers meaningful work, flexible arrangements and excellent career development opportunities.

Your new role

As the EL1 Finance Manager, you will provide expert leadership in the development, implementation and review of travel policy frameworks. You will lead a small team, manage stakeholder relationships and deliver policy solutions that support organisational compliance and operational effectiveness.

Key responsibilities include:

- Leading travel policy development, implementation and review activities
- Providing expert advice on financial, governance and policy frameworks
- Managing compliance reporting and policy assurance activities
- Analysing complex policy issues and recommending practical solutions
- Producing high-quality briefs, reports and submissions for senior stakeholders
- Building and maintaining strong internal and external stakeholder relationships
- Leading, mentoring and developing team members
- Managing priorities, resources and business outcomes within agreed timeframes
- Identifying emerging risks, opportunities and areas for continuous improvement





What you'll need to succeed

- Australian Citizen with a Baseline security clearance as a minimum

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Experience leading policy development, review and implementation activities
- Strong understanding of government governance, compliance or financial frameworks
- Proven leadership experience, including team management and capability development
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capability
- Exceptional written communication skills, including reports, briefs and submissions
- High attention to detail and a commitment to quality outcomes
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment

Desirable experience includes working within policy, governance, compliance or finance functions within the APS or broader government sector.

What you’ll get in return

- Ongoing, or Non-Ongoing full-time opportunity
- Canberra-based position
- Flexible working arrangements available
- Access to learning and development opportunities
- Genuine career progression within a large and complex organisation
- Opportunity to lead impactful policy work with organisation-wide influence

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📌 Finance Manager (Travel & Financial Policy) (Canberra)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Canberra