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#DAFcareersAs our Finance Manager, you will:Lead and manage the Finance and Governance team to coordinate business and administrative functions including operational finance, budgets, forecasting, month-end reporting and commentary, cashflow reporting, managing payments to small business, following up on overdue credit card reporting, and cost centre reviews with respective directorates.Provide authoritative advice and guidance to the program on corporate governance matters including finance and asset management to ensure activities are conducted in accordance with whole-of-government and departmental policies (including cost centre reviews).Contribute to NFAEP's strategic and operational planning, human resource management, and financial management.As Our Finance Manager, You Will:Plan, negotiate, manage, and evaluate the provision of the program's finance and governance services in collaboration with the Director, Finance.
Ensure internal controls assessments (ICAs) are completed quarterly.
Establish policies and procedures to support compliance with the internal controls framework.Lead and manage the development and implementation of business-related policies, practices, and technologies that represent best practice and continuous improvement to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency while maintaining compliance with statutory and departmental requirements.Develop collaborative relationships with other business units in Biosecurity Queensland, DPI, the Business Corporate Partnership, and external stakeholders to deliver finance governance services.Manage sensitive and confidential issues, undertake research, and manage projects as requested by the Director, Finance, or the General Manager, Program Performance.Draft and quality assure finance and governance-related executive correspondence and briefing documents for endorsement by the Director, Finance, and the General Manager, Program Performance.Establish and maintain effective relationships, networks, and partnerships across government and stakeholders to stay updated on issues impacting financial management and governance.Manage internal and external program audits, ensure timely completion of audit deliverables, and operationalize audit recommendations.Contribute to strategic and operational planning, human resource management, and financial management within NFAEP.You may also have:While not mandatory, a tertiary qualification in finance or business management from a recognized institution and CPA/CA status would be well regarded.Why join the department?
(benefits)The work we do is widespread and varied, but our people are united by purpose and a passion to serve Queenslanders.
Our talented, down-to-earth, and resilient staff find fulfillment and pride in their work.
Here are some reasons why people choose us:Flexible working options supporting a healthy work-life balance.Variety of leave benefits supported across the Queensland public sector.Access to free, confidential counselling for employees and immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program.We are committed to preventing violence against women and are proud to be a White Ribbon accredited workplace.Join us and help preserve and protect Queensland's biosecurity.
Visit to learn more about us.Applications remain current for 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/632981/25Closing Date: Tuesday, 13 May 2025Occupational group: Accounting and Finance
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