HAYS Hiring for APS6 Finance Officer Job at Canberra Full Time

Your new company

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Officer to apply their finance skills in an operational setting within Federal Government.

Your new role

Under the limited direction of the Business Development Manager, provide financial services support including:

• Budget development, monitoring, forecast and management
• Preparation of journals and end of month processing including end of month accrual pack
• Interpretation of financial policies and procedures
• Providing a full range of accounts payable and receivable services including banking and revenue reporting
• Undertaking procurement and contract management activities in line with legislation, Agency Chief Executive Instructions, policies and Commonwealth Procurement Rules
• Developing and streamlining business management systems and processes
• Assisting with the management of general office services.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Demonstrated ability with finance services including but not limited to; budget processes, management accounting reports, accrual account and end of month processes
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of an accurate and timely accounts payable/receivable services
• Demonstrated ability to carry out complete planning activities for their own work including assigning work, setting priorities, monitoring workflows and maintaining high standards to achieve outcomes and deadlines in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Demonstrated experience and an understanding of the procurement process in the Australian Government in line with relevant legislation (PGPA Act) and the Commonwealth Procurement Rules
• Highly proficient use of MS Office programs, records management systems and financial management programs/processes (SAP or Tech1 would be an advantage)
• Ability to produce clear reports and correspondence
• Ability to evaluate issues to identify business improvements and use judgement when dealing with complex problems/sensitive issues
• High level of attention to detail
• Liaising effectively with the community, department staff and external stakeholders.
• Must be an Australian Citizen to apply
• Must hold a Australian Drivers licence
• Will be required to undergo a current Police Check

What you’ll get in return

Ongoing position with Federal Government
Supportive team environment and flexible working conditions

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, call Vicki Meyer on 02 62797472 or email [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]

Candidates seeking an S26 Transfer are also encouraged to apply.

If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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