Job Description

Your new company

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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.

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Your new role

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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.

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Key responsibilities include:

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



opportunities and areas for continuous improvement
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What you'll need to succeed

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- Australian Citizen with a Baseline security clearance as a minimum
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To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

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

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What you'll get in return

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- Ongoing, or Non-Ongoing full-time opportunity
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- Canberra-based position
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- Flexible working arrangements available
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- Access to learning and development opportunities
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- Genuine career progression within a large and complex organisation
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- Opportunity to lead impactful policy work with organisation-wide influence
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📌 Finance Manager (Travel & Financial Policy) (Canberra)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Canberra