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Finance Officers
Level 4 – Level 6
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Position details
Title Finance Officer
Classification Level 4 – Level 6
Location Canberra
Salary Range $97,148 - $133,968
Contact Recruitment
Phone:
Closing Date and Time Please refer to the website
About ASIS
The Australian Secret Intelligence Service (ASIS) is Australia's overseas intelligence
collection agency. We are Australia's experts at collecting highly sensitive information –
secret intelligence – from sources overseas to keep Australia and our region safe and
prosperous.
Our work spans continents and cultures. As a tech-powered and data-driven organisation,
we use covert techniques and cutting-edge technology to put us in the right rooms, next
to the right people, with the right access to the intelligence we need. We are tasked to
collect intelligence – it might be political, military or economic information – deliberately
withheld from the Australian Government that might present threats to or opportunities
for Australia.
From graduates to career changers, we come from every corner of the country and all
walks of life, with backgrounds from all around the world.
Regardless of our ethnicity, experiences and education, we're bound by a shared
commitment to something bigger: building a better future for those who come after us.
We seek to reflect the community we serve, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with a disability, neurodiverse, people from
culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTQIA+.
It's a mission owned by everyone, with opportunities for all.
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The role and responsibilities
Finance Officers
Level 4
As a L4 Finance Officer you will be part of a team and undertake tasks of a moderate level
of complexity, under the general direction from senior finance staff. You will work on tasks
such as processing and management of ASIS financial transactions; production and
management of regular financial reporting tasks; performing financial research and analysis;
and manage stakeholder queries regarding financial policy (such as travel, accounts
payable/receivable and fleet management).
Key responsibilites and tasks:
Work under general direction as part of a team to process financial transactions
and manage travel.
Apply financial knowledge to provide a service focused on organisational
outcomes.
Have responsibility for financial management activity (could include travel,
accounts payable/receivable or fleet management).
Monitor and manage electronic workflow within the Financial Management
Information System.
Maintain client/customer and internal/external stakeholder relationships and
provide advice on financial matters.
Build subject matter expertise capability through exposure to team members,
coaching, mentoring, on the job experience and relevant training.
Contribute to compliance including risk management and mitigation.
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Level 5
Level 5 Finance Officers will be part of a team and work with others to undertake complex
financial tasks under limited direction from senior finance staff. They will exercise
discretion and sound independent judgement in providing advice to stakeholders within
their specific areas of responsibility. They will work on financial reconciliations (for
example bank reconciliations); undertaking critical review of financial transactions to
ensure the integrity of financial data; undertaking analysis of budget information; assist in
the preparation of financial reports and end of month activities; administering finance
policy and procedures; providing technical support and assistance to the ongoing
development of the ASIS's financial management information system.
Key responsibilities and tasks:
Work under limited supervision as part of a team to provide high quality, timely
financial management support in an area of expertise. (e.g. management
accounting, asset management, budget management, treasury and banking).
Exercise sound subject matter knowledge and judgement to make independent
decisions and interpret financial policy as governed by the application of rules,
regulations, best practice principles and procedures.
Pursue, develop and maintain effective client/customer and internal/external
stakeholder relationships and provide advice on complex financial matters.
Administer financial management policies and procedures and undertake financial
reconciliations.
Maintain awareness of financial standards, guidelines and techniques.
Assist in the support, development and improvement of the internal financial
control environment (including financial system controls).
Build subject matter expertise capability through exposure to team members,
coaching, mentoring, on the job experience and relevant training.
Contribute to compliance, including risk management and mitigation.
Contribute to reporting for key internal and external stakeholders and assist in
formal reporting as required.
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Level 6
Level 6 Finance Officers will undertake complex financial tasks and exercise autonomy in
managing a key area of responsibility (which may include supervisory responsibility). They
may also be required to possess a specialist technical proficiency in a key area. They will
work on tasks such as managing key stakeholder relationships; coordinating key financial
reporting tasks (such as the month end process and budget reporting); leading and
managing the delivery of financial training packages within the Service; resolving complex
financial issues as they arise; and managing the workflow of a team.
Key responsibilities and tasks:
Exercise autonomy and in-depth technical knowledge to deliver on key financial
management tasks and projects (in areas such as management accounting, tax,
financial statement preparation or asset management);
Resolve complex financial management issues and queries as they arise with a high
degree of autonomy;
Contribute to the development of financial standards, policies, procedures,
guidelines, technical financial capability and training;
Anticipate and develop improvements to the internal control environment,
including financial system controls;
Establish, enhance and maintain effective client/customer and internal/external
stakeholder relationships;
Manage and contribute to reporting for key internal and external stakeholders and
assist in formal reporting as required;
Contribute to compliance, including risk management and mitigation; and
Team leader responsibilities which may include; supervising and guiding team
members, assisting in strategic planning, setting tasks, and managing workflows.
Capabilities
Candidates are not required to provide a separate written response to the ILS capabilities
(attachment), however, candidates are encouraged to consider the capabilities in preparing
their application, as each candidate will be assessed on their ability to demonstrate
behaviours aligned to the capabilities for the position.
For more information on the ILS, tips on applying for jobs in the Public Service, go to the
APSC website found at
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Benefits of working at ASIS
ASIS employees enjoy access to generous workplace terms and conditions. Benefits
include but are not limited to:
Competitive salary plus 15.4% superannuation
A variety of leave options including 22 days paid annual leave per year
Paid leave between Christmas and New Year
Domestic Relocation assistance for new staff to Canberra
Health and wellbeing initiatives
Salary packaging arrangements
Learning and development opportunities including access to study assistance
A variety of support services including but not limited to Employee Assistance
Program (EAP) and a Staff and Family Support Office.
Whilst ASIS officers are not able to work from home due to the classified nature of our
work, staff have access to a range of flexible working arrangements. These include part
time hours, condensed hours and/or flexible start/finish times to support other
responsibilities.
ASIS conditions of service are similar to those applying for the Australian Public Service,
for a full list of benefits and conditions see
Eligibility
To be eligible for a role you must:
Be an Australian citizen
Be assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access
security clearance
For more information on eligibility please see the Protective Security Policy
Framework which is publicly accessible at, section 12
provides information on Eligibility and suitability
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How to apply
Click on "Apply Now" on our website on the role/s that you are applying for. You will be
required to submit the following:
Responses to the following questions: (maximum 500 words each)
1. Which level are you applying for? What value will you to bring to the role?
2. Describe a time when you had to establish and maintain working relationships
to achieve a goal? What steps did you take to ensure the relationships were co-
operative and productive?
1. Describe a situation where you analysed and resolved a financial issue on behalf
of a client or stakeholder. How did you approach the issue and what was the
outcome?
A current CV, no more than 2 pages in length, outlining your employment history,
academic qualifications and relevant training that you may have undertaken
Details of two referees, which must include a current supervisor
Applicants are encouraged to consider the Integrated Leadership System (ILS) capabilities
when preparing their application. For more information on the ILS, and tips for applying
for jobs in Australian Public Service, please visit the APSC website found at
All applications for employment with ASIS are handled in the strictest confidence. It is
essential you maintain a similar level of confidentiality and that you do not discuss your
application with anyone.
Important:
If you are currently living overseas and wish to apply for a role with ASIS, please note that
we cannot contact you until you return to Australia. Every part of the recruitment process,
including contacting you, must be done while you are in Australia.
If you have no plans to return to Australia in the foreseeable future, we recommend you
wait until you return before submitting an application.
Reasonable adjustments
ASIS is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for candidates to
participate in all stages of the selection process. Please let us know if you require any
additional assistance or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment
process and we will work with you to manage this throughout. If you are successful in
gaining employment, reasonable adjustments can also be made available to you in
performing your role.
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Recruitment process – what happens next
We thank all applicants for their interest in a role with ASIS. Please be advised that our
selection process is rigorous and extensive and that we do not provide feedback to
unsuccessful applicants. If you progress from application, you will receive an SMS
requesting you to complete online testing – please ensure that you complete this
testing or your application will not progress further.
All selection process decisions are merit based and candidates must be prepared to
undergo various selection stages throughout the process.
A merit pool will be established for candidates who are suitable for this round and will
remain valid for 18 months.