The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is an independent Commonwealth statutory authority responsible for the regulation of broadcasting, radiocommunications, telecommunications and some online content.

This work underpins our vision for a connected, informed and entertained Australia.

About the role

Ready to do more with your finance experience, take ownership, broaden your expertise and help shape better ways of working at the ACMA?

The APS 5 Finance Officer and APS 6 Senior Finance Officer contribute to the accountable management of public money through the delivery of financial operations at the ACMA. Both roles work under limited direction. The classifications differ in the complexity of work, the autonomy and judgement exercised, the depth of advice provided, and accountability for coordinating activities and outcomes.

At the APS 5 level, you will manage allocated operational work and exercise judgement within established policies and procedures, referring unresolved or non-standard matters for guidance.

At the APS 6 level, you will undertake more complex work with greater autonomy and coordination responsibilities, as outlined in the additional requirements below.

Supervisory responsibilities apply only where formally assigned.

If you enjoy getting to the bottom of a problem, making processes work better and seeing your work make a difference, this could be your next move!

The key duties of the position include:

In this role, you will:

- Deliver financial operations across accounts payable and receivable, and maintain official hospitality, gifts and benefits declarations and registers, in accordance with relevant policies, procedures, approved authorisations and delegated authorities.
- Maintain complete and accurate financial records by processing and reconciling transactions, completing allocated month-end activities, checking supporting documentation and approvals, investigating discrepancies and applying relevant financial controls, including segregation of duties.




- Manage banking and payment card administration by monitoring banking and card transactions, coordinating authorised banking access and account administration requests, maintaining cardholder records, monitoring acquittals and escalating exceptions or suspected misuse.
- Support compliance, reporting and assurance activities by undertaking or coordinating allocated financial compliance reviews and transaction checks, documenting and analysing findings, identifying recurring issues, following up and monitoring corrective actions, preparing reports and recommendations for EL1 review, and supporting or coordinating allocated audit responses.
- Provide clear, practical and technically sound advice to staff, suppliers and other stakeholders, guide colleagues in applying financial policies, procedures and controls consistently, resolve enquiries, and escalate complex, sensitive or potentially non-compliant matters where required.
- Manage competing priorities and service standards by taking responsibility for allocated work, acknowledging and assessing operational requests within two business days, progressing matters within agreed service standards, and keeping stakeholders informed of outstanding requirements or delays.
- Build productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, customers and service providers, tailoring communication to the audience and considering different viewpoints when contributing to decisions.
- Maintain technical knowledge by researching, interpreting and applying relevant legislation, policies, procedures, systems and processes, seeking guidance where requirements are unclear, sharing practical knowledge and supporting cross-skilling within the team.




- Improve processes and service delivery by identifying practical opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency and customer service, developing or contributing to procedure updates, and supporting the implementation of approved improvements.
- Support team delivery and accountability by contributing to shared work planning, supporting colleagues, reviewing progress against agreed outcomes, and coordinating allocated activities or the work of others where assigned.
- Demonstrate integrity and professionalism by modelling ethical behaviour consistent with the APS Code of Conduct, participating constructively in performance and development processes and contributing to a healthy and safe workplace.
- Undertake other duties as required or agreed with your manager or supervisor.

Due to the nature of the work, these roles will be offered only on a full-time basis in Canberra.

Eligibility To be eligible for employment with ACMA, applicants must be Australian citizens.

The successful candidate will also be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline level security clearance. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

Notes

Suitable candidates will be placed in a merit pool from this selection process and may be used to fill similar roles in other areas of ACMA. Non-ongoing opportunities may be offered as a specified term

Getting to know the Australian Communications and Media Authority

ACMA is Australia’s regulator for broadcasting, some online content, radiocommunications and telecommunications. We work with industry and government, locally and internationally, so that Australians can enjoy the best and most innovative media and communications services in a fair, responsible, safe and productive way. The ACMA provides a supportive and respectful work setting that values the diversity of our employees.

Our three main offices are in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney. Visit acma.gov.au for more information on joining our team.

📌 Finance Officers (Canberra)
🏢 Australian Communications u0026 Media Authority
📍 Canberra