OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
The National Gallery are looking for someone who wishes to get some hands-on financial experience in a
government agency while studying. Are you working towards an accounting or commerce qualification? Would you like to work in a leading cultural institution and support a national cultural agenda of championing art and its value in the lives of all Australians? Would you like to work in a skilled and exciting environment?
The Business Enabling Services Portfolio at the National Gallery of Australia offers an opportunity for second and third year university students to apply to become part of a pool of casual employees who play a key role in ensuring the National Gallery is meeting its financial obligations.
The Finance Administration Assistant reports to the Financial Operations Manager and will provide assistance to the accounts payable and accounts receivable officers. This position of Financial Administrative Assistant is a casual 12 month role within our Financial department at the Gallery.
An order of merit may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical
vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
If you do not wish to be added to an order of merit, please notify us in your application.
The key duties of the position include
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
Our ideal candidate should have a basic understanding of accounting concepts and the ability to learn and
understand transaction processes along with good numeracy skills and attention to detail. Our ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with staff and others as required.
You should be able to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a busy small team environment with
competing priorities.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
In accordance with the APS Level 2 work level standards, you will:
1. Process supplier invoices
2. Assist with reconciliations
3. Contribute to the preparation of financial statements
4. Assist with various administration duties including filing of paperwork
5. Provide other general administrative support to the Finance team as required