APS6 Finance Officer - Canberra, Australia - Ignite Recruitment

Description

Join a major Federal Government Agency in a dynamic team managing finances. Utilise your accounting skills to support vital operations.

Key Benefits:

• Opportunity to contribute to the efficient management of a national property portfolio
• Gain experience in government financial processes and regulations
• Collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth

This role is a permanent S26 Transfer.
Responsibilities include:

• Lead month-end activities including journal preparation and reconciliation.
• Develop and manage budgets for various funding sources.
• Provide strategic financial advice to senior executives and stakeholders.
• Oversee financial management of property assets and contracts.
• Lead quality assurance strategies for financial governance.
• Support Property Finance Manager with additional tasks.
• Mentor and support staff in their development.

Requirements for the role:
Ability to:

• Operate under limited direction, with the opportunity for reasonable autonomy and accountability.
• Exercise both initiative and judgment in the interpretation of policy and in the application of practices and procedures.
• Work positively and collaboratively, with a focus on customer service and maintaining open lines of communication.
• Coordinate work, manage competing priorities, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Completed or working towards a CA or CPA qualification.
• Experience with TechnologyOne.
• Strong Excel capabilities.

Please note: Baseline Clearance is required for this role.
If you would like to have a chat about the role, please call Lisa Shakhovskaya on Your inquiry will be dealt with care.