Financial & Accounting Specialists

We are seeking experienced Management Accountants and Finance Officers to provide critical functions to support the day to day and future operations of ASIO.

Financial and Accounting Specialists at ASIO use their administrative and organisational skills, along with their attention to detail to ensure the Finance Branch achieves its deliverables.
They lead, train, mentor and support junior team members within the team.
Financial and Accounting Specialists work in a busy and dynamic environment where innovation and business process improvement are encouraged, and there are opportunities for professional growth.


Role responsibilities
As an AE5/AE6 Management Accountant, you will:
Business Partner to assist with the analysis of client area business results through the budget, forecast, and month end processes.
Lead meetings with client area stakeholders to support their understanding of financial reports and advice, including preparing and delivering any supplementary reports or advice to strengthen their decision-making.
Coordinate and maintain the Organisation's external budget, and prepare external budget documentation including Portfolio Budget Statements and Portfolio Additional Estimates Statements.
Prepare Department of Finance monthly and annual reporting and enter results into Central Budget Management System (CBMS).
Coordinate costings and advice for New Policy Proposals (NPP's) including liaising with external agencies and stakeholders on NPP's.
Supervise, mentor and actively assist junior staff through development of the Finance Business Partners team to build their skills and technical knowledge.
Contribute to the development of relevant operating and accounting policies and procedures.
Foster a collaborative and supportive culture of teamwork within the Branch, Division and across the whole of ASIO.
As an AE5/AE6 Finance Officer, you will:
Process and administer financial transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash transactions, corporate credit cards and purchase orders.
Undertake month end processes (including reconciliation of balance sheet accounts) to deliver internal and external reporting.
Assist with end of year financial statements, including preparation of various financial statement notes and supporting work papers for audit.
Process taxation and fulfil reporting requirements including GST, FBT returns.
Provide advice, support and/or training on financial matters, accounting policies and procedures, statutory reporting and taxation matters.
Contribute to the development of relevant operating and accounting policies and procedures.
Participate in the development of new practices and procedures to streamline processes and develop new and innovative ways of working.
Supervise, guide and mentor junior staff within the Finance and Procurement Branch.

What you will bring
We invite applications from people with the following attributes:
A logical mind with strong numerical skills, attention to detail and an aptitude for finance related tasks.
Strong Microsoft Office experience, specifically Excel spreadsheet manipulation for budget management, costing, data analysis and reporting.
The ability to adapt to and use a range of software.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and liaison skills and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Highly effective and flexible work prioritisation skills, including the ability to maintain a forward work program, meet deadlines and coordinate multiple tasks.
Prior experience (commensurate with level) in a relevant area.
At the AE6 level, experience in managing and coaching staff.
At the AE6 level, an accounting (or equivalent) tertiary qualification, and progress towards Certified Practicing Account (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) is desirable, but not essential.
What we offer you
ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:
A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.
Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent.
A variety of leave options, including 4 weeks annual leave.
Flexible working hours/arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance (please note: due to our unique working environment, work from home options may not be available).
Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.
Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
To be eligible for the role, you must be:
Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.
ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected.
We welcome and value applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.


Reasonable adjustments
Please advise us if you require any additional assistance in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace.


Location
These positions are located in Canberra.
Relocation assistance is provided to successful candidates where ASIO requires you to relocate.


How to apply
Click on 'Apply online' to commence your application.
Your application must be complete and include the following:
A written pitch of up to 500 words using examples to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements.
An up-to-date CV, no more than 2 pages in length.
Details of 2 referees, which must include a current or previous manager.
All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages.

ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence.
It is essential that you do the same.
Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment.

An order of merit may be created to fill future vacancies which has the same or similar requirements as this position.
This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months.

Closing date and time
18 November 2024 at 17:00pm AEDT.


Employment conditions
Employment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979.
Conditions of service are similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service.
We recognise entitlements accrued under the Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth schemes.
Salary packaging arrangements are also available.


Enquiries
If you require further information after reading the selection documentation, please contact ASIO Recruitment at or phone 02 6257 4916 .

We thank all applicants for their interest in applying.
In accordance with ASIO policy, we will notify unsuccessful candidates but will not provide feedback on any aspect of the selection process.


More information
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