Overview
At Scyne, we are public purpose sector specialists who support governments and their agencies, not-for-profit and for purpose organisations, to deliver services to Australians, helping to build more resilient, equitable, secure and prosperous communities. We are guided by our values of Stronger Together, Amplify Impact, Build Trusted Relationships, Value Every Person, Think Beyond Limits, and Defined by Ethics.
Our purpose-driven professionals provide clients with access to the skills, capabilities and expertise to support the delivery of government agendas and public purpose projects, with specialist teams across three national practices:
* Transformation
* Risk, Programs and Cyber
* Commercial, Finance and Infrastructure
We're excited to share newly created opportunities in our Finance Advisory team, part of the Commercial, Finance and Infrastructure Practice in Canberra. Our Practice advises our public purpose clients on projects that shape Australia's future, delivering end-to-end expertise to support Australia's growth today, and tomorrow. Our diversity of industry experience, insight and deep capability drives confidence in financial outcomes.
Role focus
As a client-facing consultant, you will not just crunch numbers, you will shape smarter decisions that influence how government departments receive and allocate funding, invest in infrastructure, and deliver services for communities across Australia. You will play a crucial part in providing trusted advice and support that helps our clients achieve their objectives while making a real impact where it matters most.
Specifically, our Finance Advisory team works across:
* Financial and cost modelling to inform strategic decisions
* Performance and sustainability analysis across cost, funding and capital structures
* Technical accounting and reporting advisory, including complex transactions
* Funding and activity-based costing analytics
* Business case development and investment evaluation to support funding allocation
* Economic and financial analysis that underpins policy and project decisions
We are looking for highly capable and passionate individuals with diverse backgrounds who can bring new perspectives to support our clients to address critical challenges.
Responsibilities
* Advise and assist client finance teams on accounting, budgeting, financial and management reporting.
* Enable better financial outcomes through cost modelling, pricing and charging reviews, sustainability analysis, forecasting, business case evaluation, procurement support and commercial assurance.
* Improve finance and corporate service functions by assessing and redesigning operating models, enhancing processes and controls, and supporting digitisation and automation.
* Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends affecting government entities, and incorporate relevant insights into client solutions.
* Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders and government entities. Serve as a trusted advisor, providing timely and insightful financial guidance and support. Proactively engage with clients to anticipate evolving needs and deliver tailored, value-added solutions.
* Coach and mentor junior colleagues to foster professional growth and capability within the team.
We are seeking candidates for multiple roles at different levels of their consulting career, from Associate through to Senior Manager. You will have the opportunity to broaden your consulting skills, advance your career, and be mentored by industry leaders, while working on diverse, high-impact projects that shape better financial and commercial outcomes for clients across Government and Defence.
Please note: These positions require Australian Citizenship and willingness to undertake Baseline (or preferably NV1) clearance to support work with Defence. For more information, please go to
About You
You'll thrive in this role if:
You're aligned to our values, collaborative, and enjoy working in a team. You respect and care for colleagues and are curious about others' views and the impact we have on others.
You have a growth mindset. You're interested in asking questions to challenge our thinking, open to new ideas, and able to put yourself in the clients' shoes; you earn and value the trust placed in us.
You do what you say you'll do, and you act with integrity even when no one is watching; you escalate when something isn't right.
We're looking for purpose-driven professionals who live our values and bring a collaborative spirit to everything they do.
Technical qualifications
* Experience in finance, accounting or related fields, supported by a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related discipline.
* Experience leading high-performing teams across multiple projects and deadlines.
* A relevant accountancy qualification (CA ANZ or CPA) is advantageous.
* Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.
* Experience in the Commonwealth Budget and Cabinet processes, including Budget Process Operational Rules, Cabinet Submissions, and Portfolio Budget Statements.
* Expertise in cost modelling, financial accounting, or commercial and contract assurance.
* Well-developed analytical skills and the ability to interpret financial data to drive strategic insights.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
Additional Information
Scyne Employee Benefits:
* Market Leading Parental Leave: 26 weeks of leave flexibly until a child is two years old, with a six-month minimum service requirement for new starters. Full superannuation contributions for up to 12 months (including unpaid parental leave).
* Flexible Working: Autonomy to choose where and when you work to balance professional and personal life.
* Additional Leave: 5th week of paid leave, Birthday leave, First Nations Cultural Leave, Floating Public Holidays, Leave+ (purchased leave up to 12 weeks), Study Leave, Volunteering Leave, and more.
* Employee Share Options for every team member.
* Smart Device Reimbursement: Up to $60 a month toward your smartphone or tablet.
* Wellness and Lifestyle Benefits: $295/year for wellness and up to $205/year for balanced lifestyle.
* Sonder Mental Health Support via a digital care platform, free to Scyne Employees and their immediate family.
Interested in working together?
If you share our purpose of helping governments and their agencies build more resilient, secure, equitable and prosperous communities, apply today.
We Value Every Person and Every Voice:
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and welcome applications from marginalised and historically underrepresented communities. If you require adjustments to the process, please let us know.
Recruitment and Assessment Process:
Our recruitment and selection are underpinned by principles to recruit a skilled, diverse workforce representative of the communities and organisations we serve. Selection is fair with equal access; appointments consider ability to fulfil the role, performance, potential and alignment with our values.
Background checks may be conducted to ensure safe hiring decisions and to protect the organisation and clients. If required, confirmation of a valid Commonwealth security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be requested. Our screening adheres to the AS 4811:2022 Workforce Screening Standard.
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