Finance Manager | Federal Government
About the Opportunity

- Join a collaborative, high-performing team within a major Defence environment, driving complex ICT acquisition and sustainment initiatives.

- Deliver vital financial management and governance expertise that directly supports strategic Commonwealth decision-making and project affordability across high-tempo projects.

What's on Offer

- Contract/Engagement: Full-time contract starting ASAP until August 2027 + extension options.

- Rate/Salary: Competitive Market Rate.

- Location & Flexibility: Canberra, ACT (on-site).

Role & Responsibilities

- Provide end-to-end financial management, budget oversight, forecasting, commitment tracking, and reporting to ensure robust project governance.

- Manage and maintain accurate project financial records, tracking expenditure, commitments, purchase orders, and contracts throughout the project lifecycle.

- Monitor financial performance against approved budgets and funding allocations to support Commonwealth affordability management.

- Partner with Cost Modellers to identify emerging financial pressures or opportunities and provide strategic recommendations.

- Brief and influence senior executives,



delivering clear financial advice to support key project delivery outcomes.

Skills & Experience
To be successful in this position, you will ideally bring:

- Technical Toolkit: Advanced Excel skills (modelling, pivot tables, and scenario analysis) with the capability to integrate cost estimation, work breakdown structures, and procurement profiles into financial activities.

- Experience: Proven track record in Federal Government financial management, ideally within complex ICT acquisition or sustainment project environments.

- Core Capabilities: Excellent communication skills with the ability to brief senior executive stakeholders, navigate dynamic high-tempo environments, and contribute proactively to high-performing teams.

Eligibility & Clearance Requirements

- Security Clearance: Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV1 (Negative Vetting 1) security clearance.

How to Apply
To express your interest in this exceptional prospect with Aurec/Chalfont, please click "Apply Now" and submit your updated resume (in Word format).

For a confidential discussion or to learn more about our Federal Government project pipeline, please contact the Aurec team.

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