Drive Commonwealth Budget outcomes through estimates, forecasting and funding strategy./n Your new employer

/n This opportunity sits within a large Federal Government organisation that delivers high-profile programs with national impact. Joining a collaborative finance team, you'll work closely with senior stakeholders to influence funding decisions and contribute to key Commonwealth Budget outcomes.

Your new role /n As an APS6/EL1 External Budget Officer, you will play a critical role in supporting the agency through major budget milestones, including Budget, Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) and Estimates processes.Key responsibilities include: /n /n

- Developing and maintaining budget estimates, forecasts and financial models

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- Managing agency reporting through the Central Budget Management System (CBMS)

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- Supporting the preparation of Portfolio Budget Statements and Additional Estimates documentation

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- Assisting with New Policy Proposals, Cabinet costings and funding submissions

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- Preparing briefings, executive reporting and Senate Estimates material

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- Providing strategic budget advice to business areas and senior stakeholders

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- Liaising with central agencies and internal stakeholders on budget matters

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- Analysing financial information to identify risks, trends and funding impacts

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- Contributing to continuous improvement of budgeting and reporting processes

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What you'll need to succeed /n





/nTo be successful in this APS6 External Budget Officer role, you will demonstrate:/n /n

- Must be an Australian citizen with a Baseline security clearance

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- Experience working within an APS external budget, budgeting or financial management setting

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- Strong understanding of Commonwealth Budget processes and government financial frameworks

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- Experience using CBMS or similar government budgeting systems

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- Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability

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- Excellent written communication and briefing skills

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- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

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- The ability to build effective stakeholder relationships across a range of business areas

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What you'll get in return /n

/n - Temporary transfers at A/G EL1 level

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- Exposure to high-profile government funding and budget initiatives

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- Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and key decision-makers

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- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

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- Supportive and high-performing team environment

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- Valuable experience across Budget, MYEFO, Estimates and funding processes

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- Ongoing professional development opportunities

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What you need to do now /n

/nIf you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Alden Soe on 02 6112 7698 or email [email protected].#3012857/n

📌 /External Budget Officer (Canberra)
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