About this job
About the Department:
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About the Role:
As the Senior Finance Officer within DE International, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-level financial management and strategic support for the department. Based in Brisbane, this position involves leading budgeting and forecasting processes, providing expert advice on complex financial matters, and shaping strategies that blend commercial insights with public purpose. Reporting to a senior supervisor, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, drive improvements in financial policies and practices, and support the implementation of innovative solutions to achieve DE International's goals.
Responsibilities Include:
- Deliver a range of specified budgetary and financial services which meet client needs and comply with all relevant legislation and accounting standards, legal demands and ethical standards.
- Provide accurate, professional advice and consultancy to departmental clients and senior management on a diverse range of budgetary and financial issues affecting business unit functions.
- Have a high level working knowledge of the Financial Accountability Act 2009, Financial Management Practice Manual, relevant accounting standards and business practices and Commonwealth policies for funding and grant administration.
- Undertake research and critical analysis of contemporary policies and processes that support effective finance functions in client business units and contribute to the implementation of these where appropriate.
- Oversee the development, implementation, management and review of functions and processes that contribute to improvements in business units' budgetary, financial and asset management practices.
- Support the preparation of briefing material and reports for senior management on substantial budget and financial management issues using advanced accounting and information software programs.
- Coordinate or assist in the development of training materials and delivery of training in budgetary and financial management processes for finance and non-finance staff in business units.
- Build and sustain effective networks with colleagues, clients and stakeholders to ensure that knowledge and information is shared and organisational and client outcomes are achieved within determined frameworks and timeframes.
- Model professional workplace behaviour by working collaboratively with colleagues, clients and stakeholders to achieve objectives and standards of excellence in all areas of responsibility.
About You:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Collaborate effectively as a senior team member to implement performance strategies, policies, budgets, and financial reporting frameworks.
- Leverage strong problem-solving and critical analysis skills to deliver actionable financial insights.
- Proficient in MS Excel with intermediate Power BI skills to support data-driven decision-making.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify and present complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
- Experience in both government and commercial financial operations is highly advantageous.
- Professional accounting qualifications (e.g., CPA, CA) are highly regarded.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
- Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
ng contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).