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Senior Finance Officer
Full-time PermanentOur responsibilities include policies and programs ranging from climate change, energy, nature conservation, environment protection, strategic and statutory planning, development approvals, building and land management through to heritage and water. The Directorate includes the ACT Parks and Conservation Service which manages nature reserves, national parks, commercial softwood forests and rural lands to ensure Canberra provides open and safe spaces for its community. The Directorate also provides corporate and governance support for our broader portfolio which includes the Suburban Land Agency and the City Renewal Authority.
Our Workforce We are committed to attracting and retaining people with the skills, knowledge, and behaviours that will ensure we can deliver our Strategic Plan's vision, objectives and strategic indicators. We welcome creative thinkers who can communicate with candour, clarity and respect and have the focus and dedication to help lead projects from conception through to delivery. Our purpose together is to plan and sustain our natural and built environments and make the ACT a place of choice today and into the future. We aim to be informed, connected, adaptive and innovative in everything we do.
DIVISION OVERVIEW What we do Corporate Services and Operations provides corporate and governance support across the Directorate and our broader portfolio which includes the Suburban Land Agency and the City Renewal Authority, through our branches:
People and Capability.Governance, Compliance and Legal.Digital, Data and Information.Finance and Business Services.The Finance and Business Services branch is led by the Chief Financial Officer, and centrally manages the Directorate's finances and business services functions including procurement, fleet, facilities, and sustainability.
Who we are We are a diverse, innovative and professional team of people who come from a wide variety of backgrounds. We welcome people with experience from the community, public and private sectors and believe the more diverse our knowledge base is, the better our results will be. We value people with innovative and creative ideas, who communicate with candour and respect, and who have the motivation to drive projects from conception through to delivery.
What we offer Interesting and fulfilling work in a unique government environment where you can see the impact you have on the Canberra community.The opportunity to work with passionate, innovative and experienced leaders who encourage and support you to develop your interests and expertise.A flexible workplace including hybrid work from home arrangements and state of the art accommodation enabling activity-based work in a fun and creative environment.THE TEAM YOU WILL WORK IN Strategic Finance supports the Directorate through the provision of a financial framework supported by financial reporting, accounting operations, and co-ordination and/or input into the annual budget and estimate functions. The Strategic Finance team undertake, but not limited to:
Provision of strategic and operational financial support and advice.Development and allocation of internal and external budgets (including co-ordination of the Directorate's input into the development of the ACT Government's annual budget papers).Preparation of financial performance reports for management and other key stakeholders.Accounting for the Directorate's assets including co-ordination of the annual asset revaluation program.Accounts receivable and accounts payable processing.Development and maintenance of financial management information systems and processes.Preparation of the Directorate's annual financial statements.The External Budget and Systems team within Strategic Finance is responsible for the administration of the Directorate's financial reporting system (TM1), co-ordinating the preparation of, and supporting the development of the Directorate's input to the ACT Government's annual budget.
The External Budgets and Systems team is the main contact point between Treasury and the Directorate. The team works closely with Senior Executives and a range of internal and external stakeholders, to ensure the Directorate's budget is accurate, comprehensive, and addresses the Government's strategic priorities. In addition to managing the external budget process, the team also leads the preparation of the Statement of Performance, managing the Directorate's reporting on non-financial measures.
The team operates in a high pace and dynamic environment, where multi-tasking is necessary. The team operates in a supportive manner, with ample opportunity to apply strategic thinking, and build on your technical, communication and critical analysis skills.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES Under limited direction, the Senior Finance Officer, External Budgets and Systems main responsibilities are, but not limited to:
Support the administration of the Directorate's Financial Reporting system (TM1).Support the co-ordination and preparation of:Annual external budget statements, including the management of inputs, and GBMS adjustments during the external budget development process within ACT Treasury's timetables and requirements.Half yearly, annual statement of performance, and other related reporting requirements.Input for the financial statements and annual report where applicable.Top-down budget allocations, based on EPSDD's external budget and initiatives.Other arrangements under the Financial Management Act 1996.Oversee and manage the team mailbox and relevant registers.Assist in the development and review of business cases, including costing activities, ensuring appropriate reviews and approvals occur in accordance with the budget timelines.Undertake consultation, liaison and coordination across the Directorate and with other government agencies.Research, draft and prepare complex correspondence such as reports, executive level and Ministerial briefs.Support the development and implementation of robust and appropriate financial controls and policy frameworks in close consultation with internal stakeholders and ACT Treasury.Contribute to delivery of the day-to-day activities of the Strategic Finance Team with a view to delivering the unit's common business goals and objectives.As directed, undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/Other Requirements: Mandatory: Tertiary Qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field.Highly Desirable: Professional membership (or currently working towards) of CPA Australia/CAANZ or comparable bodies.Experience in ACT Government's Government Budget Management System (GBMS), TM1, or an equivalent system, will be highly regarded.Note: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Please note, this position will be moving to a new workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.
How to Apply: Applicants are required to submit:
A current curriculum vitae, including names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current supervisor/manager); andA written response of no more than three pages addressing the Skills, Knowledge and Behavioural Capabilities outlined in the Position Description.Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button Below.
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