Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water – Perth WA
As an EL1 Finance Business Partner, you will work in a motivated and professional team with a wide range of skills sets and backgrounds and play a leading role in strengthening financial management across the organisation's activities.
Who we are
Australia’s natural and cultural heritage is unique. Our land and seascapes are distinctive, home to plants and animals found nowhere else in the world, and to some of the oldest living cultures on earth. These environments and cultures are an essential part of our national identity, and visitors travel from across the country and the world to experience them. The Director of National Parks (the Director) is responsible for six national parks, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, 58 Australian Marine Parks and the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve established under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Parks Australia is the federal park agency that supports the Director, and they are a division of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department). We work to showcase these natural and cultural wonders to the world, demonstrating to all why these places are so special, and inspiring communities to become more invested in their care and future.
The CFO and Corporate Services Branch supports Parks Australia and the Director with enabling functions, including finance, governance, communications, media, Indigenous employment, assets, property, security, procurement, assurance, business continuity and risk.
The Finance unit supports the organisation to be efficient, effective and financially sustainable through its strategic and operational activities. The unit provides financial and management advice and support to its branches and executive. It delivers on business objectives through high‑quality customer service, advice and support, and a consistent approach to financial management, taking into account the government’s tight fiscal environment, its reform agenda and the organisation’s imperative to maintain financial sustainability. The Finance unit is responsible for: treasury; financial accounting, including financial statements, taxation, monthly government reporting; budgeting, forecasting, management reporting; and asset management.
Key duties of the position
* building and sustaining collaborative relationships with stakeholders across the organisation to help them manage their budgets and achieve their goals, with a focus on providing excellent client service
* owning the financial story and strategic financial direction of divisions and considering the ramification of issues and long‑term impact of decisions
* using networks across the Corporate Services branch, and broader organisation, to provide the delivery of high‑quality service and outcomes, including providing clear and consistent communication
* supervising team members who work closely with branches
* providing financial management support, budget and forecast preparation and financial performance monitoring and reporting
* identify and implement continuous improvement strategies including the ongoing development and maintenance of system, user templates, relevant guidance materials, requirements gathering, business process mapping, product strategy templates supporting tools and fit‑for‑purpose reporting mechanisms
* build and sustain collaborative relationships with DCCEEW shared service providers to leverage systems and encourage working efficiently
* providing advice and support to clients on a range of financial matters
What you’ll gain
* The EL1 Finance Business Partner roles offer challenging and rewarding work in the accounting field within an interesting and dynamic organisation. The roles also offer flexibility to ensure work‑life balance.
What we are looking for
Knowledge and experience
* Proven ability to lead and develop high‑performing finance teams to deliver quality outcomes aligned with strategic objectives, while managing competing priorities and strict deadlines.
* Extensive experience in building collaborative finance partnerships, providing strategic financial advice, identifying risks and opportunities, and linking cost drivers to budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
* Experience in preparing reports and briefs that provide clear recommendations on financial and budget management issues, and translating financial data into practical advice for stakeholders.
* Experience in building and sustaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and leading teams and stakeholders through change collaboratively.
Skills and capabilities
* Capacity to work independently, exercising sound judgment and decision‑making when providing expert financial advice.
* Strong capability in complex financial analysis and problem solving to support strategic and operational decisions.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly to diverse audiences.
* Comprehensive understanding of the Australian Government’s financial framework and accrual accounting principles in a public sector context as well as the ability to develop and interpret financial policies and procedures.
* Flexibility and creativity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines under pressure.
* High level of initiative, with the ability to innovate and think laterally, and leverage systems for best practice financial management.
For detailed information about the job‑specific capabilities for this role, please view the Job Description which can be downloaded from our website – the Apply Now link will take you there.
Eligibility
* Citizenship – to be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen.
* Security Clearance – this position requires a Baseline Vetting security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
* Pre‑employment checks – your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre‑employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and, where required, a pre‑employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period.
Notes
We currently have two vacancies available for immediate filling in any of the above-mentioned locations. A merit pool for filling the same or similar position may be established at the conclusion of this selection process.
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