Australian Government Department of Defence Hiring for APS 5, APS 6 (Multiple Classifications) – Finance Officers and Advisors Job at Amberley Full Time

• $78,143 – $97,790 (plus Super)
• Amberley – QLD

The Role

Exciting opportunities exist to join our fast paced and results oriented Financial Performance and Management (FP&M) Division within the Defence Finance Group (DFG). We are also looking to establish a merit list to fill any future vacancies across the Group. DFG leads financial management across Defence, delivering financial oversight, strategies, management and assistance to achieve Defence’s Intended Results. DFG is looking for motivated people to work at the APS 5 and APS 6 level for various vacancies throughout FP&M Division.

As an APS 5 Financial Officer or APS 6 Financial Advisor in the FP&M Division you will combine your passion for finance with your passion for stakeholder management. You will have the ability to analyse and interpret financial information such as budgets and management reporting and enjoy working with others to understand complex issues, analysing results and an ability to communicate your findings.

As an APS 5 Financial Officer or APS 6 Financial Advisor you will assist DFG’s clients by undertaking a range of financial analysis tasks and activities.

As you progress with FP&M Division you will have the opportunity to have a “seat at the table” with some of the most respected leaders in Australia. You will be acknowledged as an expert in your field, and expected to deliver trusted financial advice. Information you provide will be relied upon to make decisions of national significance, information that helps shape major national operations and initiatives.
By partnering with business areas you will see the direct impact of the work you deliver and how it affects broader operational outcomes. Each operational area you support helps you to build a deeper understanding of Defence’s mission, as you build your career. You will also have the opportunity to work in blended teams with diverse stakeholder groups that will challenge the way you think and help you develop stronger communication skills

About our Team

FP&M Division delivers financial advice and performance reporting to Groups and Services, Ministers and other government departments, across all Defence programs and activities including workforce, capital, sustainment and operating budgets.

FP&M Division consists of over 400 staff working in six branches, each managing around $6 Billion per year, with embedded finance staff across the country working closely with business areas. Principally, the Division is responsible for delivering financial management information and advice to ensure Defence leaders can make well informed decisions. Think big numbers, many complex projects running in parallel, and close public scrutiny requiring carefully managed finances.

Our Ideal Candidate

Do you like the idea of a role that combines a passion for finance/numbers with people?

Our ideal candidate will have commenced a career in accounting/finance in the private or public sectors that will give you a range of transferable skills to Defence. You have strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement capabilities, and you are naturally suited to explaining complex financial information to a broad range of stakeholders. You enjoy learning about the people and business areas you support, and like to keep your clients happy and help them solve problems.

To be successful in this role you will possess and are able to maintain a positive “can-do” attitude along with the ability to demonstrate accuracy and an exceptional level of attention to detail.

You will be well organised and have a willingness to learn, have an excellent work ethic and possess strong resolution skills.

Other competencies we are targeting include:

• Improvement focus, strong results orientation, and seeks to add value through improving processes and systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an analytical approach with conceptual capabilities and flexible approach.
• Strong client/customer focus, collaborative approach, adaptable and flexible.
• Ability to influence with strong written and verbal communication across a broad variety of stakeholders.