AO7 Principal Finance Officer

The role: The Finance Team Leader is responsible for guiding a multi-disciplinary team in the development, implementation, maintenance, and review of financial programs, systems, policies, and procedures to enhance the finance functions within the department. The role requires a strategic approach to financial management, ensuring compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and relevant legislation while contributing to improved financial practices across the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Team Management: Lead and manage a diverse team to achieve departmental objectives, ensuring the effective implementation and review of financial programs and policies.
• Financial Statement Preparation: Contribute to the preparation of both general purpose and specific purpose financial statements, ensuring alignment with Australian Accounting Standards and relevant financial guidelines.
• Ledger Integrity: Oversee the preparation of reconciliations, corrective journals, and working papers to maintain the integrity of the department's general ledger and budget systems.
• Policy Development: Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of policies and practices aimed at improving financial accounting and management within the department.
• Advisory Services: Provide insightful analysis and authoritative advice to management, business units, and clients, identifying issues and suggesting options for improvement.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs related to financial accounting and management and contribute to the creation and implementation of effective training programs.
• Time Management: Exhibit excellent time management skills, effectively managing the team’s workload amidst conflicting deadlines.

Key Competencies:

• Problem Solving and Communication: Demonstrate high-level problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation.
• Technical Expertise: Possess extensive knowledge of SAP and Excel, leveraging these tools to enhance financial management processes.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively within a team environment, contributing to the success of the department through cooperative and constructive engagement.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will excel in a team setting, demonstrating leadership qualities and a commitment to enhancing financial practices within the department. They will possess strong analytical skills, extensive knowledge of financial systems, and the ability to manage complex workloads efficiently.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or contact Amee Sherrin on 07 3032 2224 or amee.sherrin@robertwalters.com.au for a confidential discussion.