Strategic Finance supports the Directorate through the provision of a financial framework supported by financial reporting, accounting operations, and coordination and or input into the annual budget and estimates functions. The Finance, Information and Assets team undertake, but not limited to, the following:
- Provision of strategic and operational financial support and advice
- Development and allocation of internal and external budgets (including coordination of the Directorate's input into development of the ACT Government's annual budget papers)
- Preparation of financial performance reports for management and other key stakeholders
- Accounting for the Directorate's assets including coordination of the annual asset revaluation program
- Accounts receivable and accounts payable processing
- Development and maintenance of financial management information systems and processes; and
- Preparation of the Directorate's annual financial statements.
Strategic Finance, Finance Business Partners, provide Directorate managers and executive members with accurate and timely financial analysis, forecasting, reporting and budgeting information through quality financial management advice and support. This position will be responsible for the successful delivery of financial outcomes and compliant financial operations. This will include budget, resource and stakeholder management as well as overall strategic financial planning across sections of Environmental Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate (EPSDD).
To be successful in this role you will have a high level of attention to detail, including proficient spreadsheet and analysis skills, sound communication skills, including the ability to resolve problems by enlisting recourses, policies and technical financial support and the ability to manage deadlines and coordinate a variety of tasks.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diversity, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.
**Eligibility/other requirements**:
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or related field and CA/CPA qualification or progress toward same is highly desirable.
- Experience working with TM1 and Oracle financial management information systems is also highly desirable.