Job Description

Job Title: Finance Manager

Security Clearance: Baseline

Duration: ASAP to June 2026 with 2 x 12-month extensions

Functional Expertise: Finance and Budget Management

Sub-functional Expertise: Financial Governance, Budget Development and Assurance

Location of work: Canberra or Laverton

Working arrangements: Hybrid (WFH/onsite subject to client requirements)

Closing date: ASAP

Description:

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Finance Manager to provide specialist financial management services. This role supports the development of financial frameworks, budget processes, governance and assurance activities. The position requires senior-level expertise in financial and budget management, including compliance with legislative and policy frameworks, and the ability to provide strategic financial advice to executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Manage financial support activities, including budget preparation, performance monitoring and reporting
• Coordinate financial governance requirements and promote compliance with financial management frameworks
• Provide advice on financial and government matters using expert financial management knowledge
• Identify and analyse financial issues to develop objective and systematic conclusions
• Build and maintain effective working relationships and contribute positively to team outcomes
• Collaborate with stakeholders and subject matter experts to resolve complex financial and budget issues
• Interpret and comply with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks
• Design and recommend solutions to financial management and budget challenges
• Manage and prioritise workflows and resources, including preparation of work plans with measurable milestones

Requirements:

• Proven experience delivering senior-level financial management services
• Strong knowledge of financial governance, budgeting and assurance processes
• Demonstrated ability to provide compliant financial advice aligned with legislation and policy
• Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders

Key Capabilities:

• Advanced financial management and budgeting expertise
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High-level stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes within timeframes

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in the financial and budgeting stream within a similar environment
• Demonstrated experience performing duties aligned to SFIA skill FMIT5
• Ability to provide strategic financial advice and governance support

How to apply:

Please submit your application including your resume and a completed application form addressing the essential and desirable criteria. Ensure your application highlights your experience and any relevant certifications.