Career Launch Program | Financial Stewardship and Public Reporting Assistant Accountants Employment Type: Ongoing Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 1/2 Remuneration: $70,694 - $76,857; plus Superannuation and Leave Loading Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible & hybrid working options available Applications Close: Tuesday, 8 October 2024 at 10:00am Kickstart your career with the NSW Treasury Our Career Launch Program within the Financial Stewardship and Public Reporting (FSPR) division provides an entry-level opportunity for recent graduates (or those nearing graduation) wishing to launch their accounting and financial management careers with NSW Treasury. As an Assistant Accountant , you will gain highly valued accounting and financial management experience while working towards your professional accounting qualification such as CPA or CA. What this Program offers: Challenging, meaningful work with rotations across the FSPR division Dedicated training and development opportunities Fee reimbursements and study leave to help you gain professional accounting accreditation such as CPA or CA Continuous support and opportunities to help advance your career with Treasury NSW Treasury is also a Recognised Employer Program (REP) Partner with CPA Australia. Read about the benefits of working for a REP Partner. This is a valuable opportunity to launch your accounting and financial management career in a key central government agency that is invested in you. Your day as an Assistant Accountant As an Assistant Accountant, you will work across the FSPR division to meet all deliverables of the broader team. You will have the opportunity to build your financial management and reporting skills by being assigned to a number of the FSPR teams on the basis of rotations lasting approximately six to twelve months each (depending on requirements and progress). This will include working with the team responsible for the preparation of Total State Sector Accounts and key reporting aggregates included in NSW Budget, Half Year Review and Monthly Reporting. You will also support the Treasury Finance team in providing excellent customer service and maintaining accurate financial reporting for Treasury as a department. This role will also support the delivery of ad hoc projects. You will be joining our Financial Management and Services Group and will be working within FSPR Division. Read more about your future Group and Division . Read the role description to learn more about the role and submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform. Achieve success as an Assistant Accountant In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW. The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria: You want to make a positive impact on the people of NSW You are resilient and adaptable and can see ideas through to the end You have a problem-solving mindset and a proactive willingness to learn You have strong communication skills and can confidently build professional working relationships You have knowledge of accounting concepts and principles based on your academic studies, previous work experience or both What can you expect from us The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will 'Buddy' you up with a team member to help settle you in. Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include: Flexible hybrid work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance. Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health. Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave. Read more about our benefits and how we invest in you. Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills. When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW. As you contribute your expertise, you'll engage in continuous Professional Development , acquiring essential skills such as: assisting in timely and accurate completion of the month end financial processes assisting in the preparation of the financial statements for NSW Treasury establishing sound relationships with agency and Treasury contacts building an understanding of accounting standards, policies and guidelines developing a good understanding of the role of Treasury and key Treasury processes and relationships developing an awareness of Public Sector policy development practices, policies legislation assist in the delivery of ad hoc projects to support the Accounting Policy and Advice and Financial Management, Legislation, Policy and Advice teams. Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you. Application process: an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role. complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process. partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months. Read more about what to expect in the hiring process . We embrace diversity We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice for the people of New South Wales. We currently hold the following accreditations as: a Disability Confident Recruiter with Australian Network on Disability, where we ensure a fair and equitable process without barriers. a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer with Carers NSW recognising the development of a carer friendly workplace policies and practices. We support individuals with disabilities in accessing adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit: https://www.treasury.nsw.gov.au/about-treasury/careers-at-nsw-treasury Eligibility To apply for our Career Launch Program, you will need to have: completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Accounting, Finance, Economics, Commerce, Business or Law) or be due to complete it by February 2025 completed or be near to completing the entry requirements for you to commence your studies with CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, or the Institute of Public Accountants program Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency of Australia. NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement. The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement. Any questions? Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Kathy Lau, Kathy.lautreasury.nsw.gov.au Close of applications: Tuesday, 8 October 2024 at 10:00am A concurrent search is also underway. Click "Apply online" below to start your application.
