Lead financial reporting, budgeting and compliance activities in a high-performing finance team./n Your recent company /n This opportunity is with a well-established Federal Government institution undergoing significant organisational growth, digital transformation and business improvement initiatives. As part of a collaborative corporate services function, you will play a key role in supporting sound financial management, governance and strategic decision-making. Your new role /n As the Financial Accountant (EL1), you will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and lead a small finance team while providing expert accounting advice across the organisation.

This role combines financial reporting, budgeting, compliance and stakeholder engagement responsibilities.

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- Leading and mentoring finance staff while overseeing day-to-day finance operations

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- Managing month-end processes including journals, accruals and reconciliations

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- Preparing management reports, annual financial statements and budget documentation

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- Maintaining and supporting reporting through the Central Budget Management System (CBMS)

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- Coordinating Portfolio Budget Statements (PBS) and MYEFO processes

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- Supporting annual audit activities and compliance requirements

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- Monitoring and advising on taxation obligations, including GST and FBT

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- Developing and reviewing financial policies, procedures and controls

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- Providing high-level financial analysis and advice to internal stakeholders

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- Investigating complex financial issues and responding to financial enquiries and reporting requirements

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What you'll need to succeed /n

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- Must be an Australian citizen with a minimum of Baseline security clearance /n To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:/n /n
- Executive Level 1 (EL1) capability or equivalent leadership experience

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- Strong experience in financial accounting within the Australian Government environment

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- Professional accounting qualification (CA or CPA)

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- Proven experience preparing financial statements, budgets and management reporting

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- Strong understanding of Commonwealth financial frameworks and compliance obligations

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- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

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- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and quality assure the work of others

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- Strong analytical capability and experience providing advice on complex financial matters

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What you'll get in return /n

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- Opportunity to lead and develop a small finance team

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- Exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, audit and strategic finance activities

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- Flexible working arrangements and generous leave provisions

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- Professional development and training opportunities

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- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture

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What you need to do now /n

/nIf you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' or contact Alden Soe on 02 6112 7698 or [email protected] for a confidential discussion./n

/nIf this position isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for your next opportunity within accounting, finance or government, please contact Alden for a confidential discussion about your career options.#3023006/n

📌 Financial Accountant (Canberra)
🏢 Hays
📍 Canberra