First People Recruitment Solutions – Canberra ACT
The Department of Education is responsible for national policies and programs that help Australians get quality education, from early childhood through school to higher education and research.
The department works with states and territories, schools, education providers and the wider community to improve outcomes for all learners.
The Schools USI project is a national initiative to give every school student a Unique Student Identifier.
The USI will help governments and the education sector understand student pathways and outcomes, and will support better planning, policy and decisions.
About the Role
The department is looking for an experienced Finance Officer to join the Schools USI project.
You will provide financial management support across budgeting, reporting, procurement, contract administration and financial operations, so the project can plan well and make sound decisions.
This 12-month contract starts in January ****.
Key Duties
Financial Management and Administration
Maintain accurate financial records, complete reconciliations and process financial transactions in line with relevant legislation and departmental policies
Complete month-end and year-end financial tasks, including reconciliations, accruals and reporting, and identify and resolve discrepancies promptly
Budgeting, Reporting and Analysis
Help prepare, monitor and report on budgets, forecasts and financial performance information,



including analysing expenditure trends to support project decisions and financial planning
Prepare financial reports, briefs and correspondence to support project governance, reporting and stakeholder engagement
Accounts Payable and Contract Management
Process invoices and payments
Support procurement and contract administration by monitoring financial commitments, expenditure and payments
Find and put in place ways to improve financial processes, controls and administrative practices, strengthening compliance and project delivery
Key Skills and Capabilities
Demonstrated experience in financial administration, budgeting, reporting, reconciliations and procurement support
Demonstrated experience working in an education and training portfolio
Robust analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies
Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including preparing reports and giving financial advice
High attention to detail and the ability to keep accurate financial records
Proficiency in financial management systems and Microsoft Excel
Proven ability to manage competing priorities and contribute to continuous improvement
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📌 Finance Officer - (Usi) Project (Canberra)
🏢 First People Recruitment Solutions
📍 Canberra