EL1 Finance Manager | 3-month contract | Federal Government
Finance Manager contract role with our federal government client in Melbourne
Your new company
A leading federal government agency is seeking a highly capable and strategic individual to lead its finance team. This senior role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial operations, ensuring compliance, and delivering best-practice financial services across the organisation.
Your new role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, this is a key role in the finance function.
* Manage the agency's financial operations, including internal controls, monthly reporting, and preparation of annual financial statements.
* Ensure high-quality service delivery in areas such as debtor collection, tax returns (GST and FBT), asset and cash flow management, and balance sheet reconciliations.
* Provide support to internal and external auditors.
* Oversee the development and maintenance of the Financial Management Information System.
* Support strategic financial planning, including the development of annual budget statements and cash flow projections.
* Monitor changes in government financial policy and provide high-level advice to senior executives.
What you'll need to succeed
* Must be an Australian citizen and able to obtain and maintain a national security clearance.
* Extensive experience managing finance functions within the public sector, ideally the commonwealth government
* Capable of fostering a high-performance culture and motivating teams
What you'll get in return
* A pivotal leadership role within a respected government agency
* A collaborative and purpose-driven work environment
* Competitive hourly rate
* Flexible working including hybrid model
What you need to do now
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