Senior Financial Accountant | Nsw Government (New South Wales)

Senior Financial Accountant | Nsw Government (New South Wales)

09 Aug
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Charter Diligence
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New South Wales

09 Aug

Charter Diligence

New South Wales

Strategic Financial Insights Hybrid Working Environment Senior Advisory Role Our Client Our client is a large public sector organisation responsible for delivering critical services and developing policies across environmental, climate, energy and government functions.
Operating at a state-wide level, the organisation supports major programs and initiatives that impact communities, infrastructure and sustainable development.
With a workforce of thousands of employees across metropolitan and regional locations, the organisation manages complex projects, significant funding arrangements and large-scale operational programs.
The setting is fast-paced and collaborative, with a strong focus on evidence-based decision-making, financial accountability, continuous improvement and delivering outcomes that support broader community objectives.
Why Contract With Us At Charter Diligence, we go beyond just placement - we support our contractors with practical advantages that reflect real-life needs.
All contractors engaged through us have access to early cash advances on approved timesheets, offering flexibility in cases of unforeseen expenses or cash flow challenges.
Unlike traditional labour hire providers, we understand that life doesn't always align with a pay cycle - and we're here to help when it matters most.
Well, ask your mates if they're already a Charter Diligence Contractor - chances are, they're already benefiting from the support we provide.
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant/Finance Business Analyst with robust financial advisory capabilities to support a government business unit through effective financial analysis, reporting and strategic advice.
This role will provide valuable insights into business performance, budgeting and forecasting activities, helping senior leaders make informed decisions and improve operational outcomes.
Working closely with executives, managers and internal stakeholders, you will contribute to financial planning, business improvement initiatives and the development of reporting frameworks that support transparency, accountability and performance optimisation.
Position: Financial Accountant – $100-$120 per hour + super Location: Paramatta, NSW Working Arrangement: Hybrid | 35 hours per week Start Date: ASAP Duration:



Until 30th November **** Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver monthly financial reports, dashboards and performance updates to support informed business decisions.
Analyse financial results, budgets, forecasts and expenditure trends to identify risks, opportunities and improvement areas.
Provide expert financial advice and business insights to managers and senior stakeholders.
Prepare budget submissions, financial forecasts and ongoing financial performance reviews for assigned business areas.
Support funding proposals, business cases and financial modelling activities.
Monitor cash flow, savings targets and financial performance against organisational objectives.
Investigate complex financial and operational issues and recommend practical solutions.
Prepare high-quality briefing notes, reports, policies and supporting documentation for executive review.
Partner with internal teams to implement finance-related initiatives and process improvements.
Build strong stakeholder relationships while managing competing priorities and time-sensitive requests.
Identify opportunities to enhance reporting processes, governance frameworks and internal controls.
About You Demonstrated experience working as a Financial Accountant, Finance Analyst, Management Accountant in NSW government.
Familiar with Myworkzone SAP and Myoutcomes Strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis.
Proven ability to interpret complex financial information and translate insights into practical recommendations.
Experience supporting senior leaders and engaging with diverse stakeholders in a complex organisation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level reports and briefing materials.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.




Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using financial reporting or business intelligence tools.
Experience within government, public sector or large corporate environments is highly desirable.
Relevant qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Business, Commerce or a related discipline are preferred.
Professional certifications such as CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), or equivalent are advantageous.
Valid Australian working rights.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or an unrestricted long-term Australian work visa.
Application Process Due to the high volume of applications and the limited submission timeframe, we may not be able to contact all applicants.
This is not a reflection of interest, but a result of operational constraints.
As part of mandatory government contract requirements, priority will be given to candidates who have completed all necessary compliance checks.
For applicants with privacy concerns regarding work rights verification submission, documents may be presented in person at our local offices for sighting.
We encourage candidates who are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary experience and skills to apply.
Please apply to this job post or submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the role to ***********************************.
For confidential inquiries, contact our recruitment team at (************* (Sydney), (************* (Melbourne), (************* (Brisbane), or (************* (Perth).
Charter Diligence is an accredited recruitment agency for the Australian Federal Government and State Governments.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we operate and pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past and present.
Charter Diligence is a 100% Australian-owned equal opportunity and LGBTQIA+ equity consulting firm and recruitment agency that provides the same benefits and opportunities for hiring and advancement to everyone without discriminating due to protected characteristics such as age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, religion, disability, and medical history.

📌 Senior Financial Accountant | Nsw Government (New South Wales)
🏢 Charter Diligence
📍 New South Wales

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