Finance and Administration Officer

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia NSW Government -Department of Education Full time

Finance and Administration Officer
-
Temporary Full-Time role up to 30 June 2026:

-
Location: Macquarie Park

About the Department of Education


The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population.

For more information about the Department of Education, please visit NSW Department of Education

About School Infrastructure


School Infrastructure NSW (SINSW) is delivering new school buildings, major upgrades and maintenance strategies to ensure every school-aged child has access to high quality education facilities at their local public school.

This encompasses the largest investment in public education infrastructure in the history of NSW.

About the role


Provide a range of finance and administrative services to support the efficient and effective operation of the relevant Asset Management Unit (AMU).

We are seeking a highly-motivated Finance and Admin Officer who will be required but not limited to:

  • Provide comprehensive finance and administrative services, completing financial and purchasing transactions utilising appropriate systems and processes, to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures and relevant legislative requirements.
  • Receive and respond to a range of customer enquiries, including telephone and facetoface enquiries, providing information and appropriately referring enquiries where required, to ensure a professional, timely and reliable customer service.
  • Maintain the TRIM computerised records management system for the unit by creating, storing, retrieving and archiving files to ensure compliance with records management policies, procedures and guidelines and to contribute to the provision of timely and accurate information for reports, submissions and general advice.
  • Build and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to exchange information, obtain cooperation and support and provide financial and administrative information.
  • Participate in the development of financial and administrative systems and processes to support more efficient workflows and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Provide support and guidance to new and existing staff on operating procedures and guidelines to enable the provision of highquality customer service.

Essential requirements of the role

  • Current driver's licence.
  • Knowledge and understanding of infrastructure in the context of SINSW's services, client base and stakeholders, or similar industry knowledge.
  • Knowledge of and a commitment to the Department's Work Health and Safety (WHS) Policy.

Key knowledge and experience

  • Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

About you

  • Communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external stakeholders across all levels of the organisation.
  • Exercise sound judgment in organising work to meet deadlines, while maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial data and information.
  • Be flexible and responsive to the identified priorities of the unit and displaying a willingness to embrace new technologies to improve business processes and maintain a culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to make a difference at Department of Education
  • Flexible worklife balance
  • Competitive salary
  • 35 hour week

How to apply

Targeted Question 1


Please provide an example of when you managed competing demands whilst providing executive and administrative support to a senior manager or team.

How did you determine what was a priority and what were the outcomes? (300 words maximum)

Targeted Question 2
Describe a situation where you showed initiative in completing your work. What was the outcome? (300 words maximum)

Closing date: 2 March 2023 at 11:59pm.

  • A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months._

  • Finance Administration Officer

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Charterhouse Full time

    Finance Administration Officer - NSW Government- ASAP start pending checks:- Initial 6 month contract with view to extend:- $40ph + super:- CBD location:- Full time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week:Working with Children check requiredThis large Government department in the Education sector is seeking an experience Finance Administration Officer to assist...

  • Finance Administration Officer

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Lawson Elliott Full time

    Finance Administration Officer:Sydney CBD NSW$70k - $80k + SuperFull time- $70k - $80k + Super Sydney CBD Hybrid WorkingA leading provider of insurance brokerage and risk management services, is currently seeking a Finance Administration Officer to join their dynamic team in Sydney CBD on a permanent basis.As an Administrative Officer team member, you will...

  • Finance and Administration Officer

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Elders Full time

    Job No: ELDERS242385Location: Newport, Sydney NSWCompetitive salary + opportunity for annual incentive + myRewards programWaterfront office location with free on-site parking/close to public transportSupportive and diverse team with flexible working arrangementsNurture. Grow. Thrive.Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining a team ready to...

  • Finance Administrator

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    Location Sydney, New South Wales- Category Accounting & Finance- Salary- $80000 AUD - $80000 AUD Annual- Posted 27Mar2024- Work type Full Time- Contact Ashish Bhetwal- Reference BH159106We are on the lookout for a meticulous and proactive Finance Administrator to join our client's team in Sydney CBD. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a...

  • Finance Administrator

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    We are on the lookout for a meticulous and proactive Finance Administrator to join our client's team in Sydney CBD. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a structured, office-based environment and is adept at supporting a dynamic team. About the Role: In this position, you will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks that are crucial...

  • Hardship Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Angle Finance Full time

    Hardship OfficerAngle Finance is a leading non-bank asset finance company operating in the rapidly growing intermediary asset finance market. Our signature is Faster, Easier Finance, provided by consistent, predictable and reliable service propositions in everything we do.Our people make us remarkable. So we've built a culture of empowerment, enabling our...

  • Finance & Administrative Support Officer - Nsw

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia NSW Department of Communities and Justice Full time

    Division: Courts Tribunals and Service Delivery- Location: Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000- Req ID: 66505Finance and Administrative Support Officer - NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal Location Sydney CBD Salary ranging from $79,032 pa to $86,539 pa + super and leave loading Temporary opportunity for 12 months with possible extension access to hybrid working...

  • Finance Administrator

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia BGIS Full time

    Full time position | Hybrid role Close to Station | Sydney CBD location Attention to Detail | Data EntryThe RoleUsing a flexible and adaptable approach the responsibilities of the Finance Administrator include:Provide finance assistance to the Finance Manager with routine tasks. Provide general administration support to our key client To assist Finance...

  • Hardship Officer

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Angle Finance Full time

    Angle Finance is a leading non-bank asset finance company operating in the rapidly growing intermediary asset finance market. Our signature is Faster, Easier Finance, provided by consistent, predictable and reliable service propositions in everything we do. Our people make us remarkable. So we've built a culture of empowerment, enabling our people to make...

  • Hardship Officer

    1 month ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Angle Finance Full time

    Angle Finance is a leading non-bank asset finance company operating in the rapidly growing intermediary asset finance market. Our signature is Faster, Easier Finance, provided by consistent, predictable and reliable service propositions in everything we do. Our people make us remarkable. So we've built a culture of empowerment, enabling our people to make...

  • Hardship Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Angle Finance Full time

    Angle Finance is a leading non-bank asset finance company operating in the rapidly growing intermediary asset finance market. Our signature is Faster, Easier Finance, provided by consistent, predictable and reliable service propositions in everything we do. Our people make us remarkable. So we've built a culture of empowerment, enabling our people to make...

  • Finance & Administration Officer - Global

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Searcher Recruitment Full time

    Accounting Management Accountant Sydney Permanent / Full Time17/8/202- High profile role/ working with CEO Great culture & competitive salary Rapidly expanding Global AgencyA leading Independent Global Design Agency is seeking a Finance & Administration Officer to join their business.Working alongside the CEO, the successful applicant will be working on a...

  • Finance Administration Officer

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Lawson Elliott Recruitment Full time

    $75k - $85k package(pro rata) Sydney CBD Flexible Working Part TimeOur client is a high profile ASX listed diversified property group is seeking a part-time Finance Administration Officer to join their Office Property Accounting team on a 12 month contract basis.Work the hours you want to work - our client is extremely flexible and you can work your hours...

  • Finance Administrator

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia CBRE Full time

    Posted- 17-Nov-2023- Service line- Advisory Segment- Role type- Full-time- Areas of Interest- Accounting/Finance- Location(s)- Sydney - New South Wales - AustraliaProvide high level finance administrative support to our team6-month temporary role with potential for permanentSydney | Land of the Gadigal peopleWe are currently seeking a Finance Administrator...

  • Finance & Administration Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Barilla Full time

    Introduction - Organizational DetailsBarilla wants to recruit the next Finance & Administration based in Australia. This individual report to Finance & Administration Manager.Job purposeContribute to ensure timely and accurate presentation of results for each reporting period according to Barilla internal procedures and corporate policies.Provide advice and...

  • Finance Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beaumont People Full time

    Finance Officer 0.6 FTE Parttime permanent role, Tuesday Thursday (0.6 FTE), based in Blacktown (2148) Meaningful work in the NFP sector Work for Youth Insearch, providing programs to empower youth to turn their disadvantages into advantage and empowering them to reach their potentialAbout our clientYouth Insearch is young people helping young people,...

  • Finance Administrator

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. Full time

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Finance administration and support for 20+ Project Managers across Australia Project setup extract relevant contractual information from client contracts or proposals and set up accurate project information in the accounting database (BST), including, but not limited to:Accurately enter contract value, budget level,...

  • Finance Officer

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Ashdown Consulting Full time

    $400 - $450 Per Day + Super 4 month contract Sydney CBD / WFHFinance Officer | $497 per hour incl super | 4 month contract- $400 - $450 Per Day + Super 4 month contract Sydney CBD / WFHAbout the CompanyThis NSW government agency is a major service provider that strives to deliver a more consistent and efficient experience within the government. This...

  • Finance Officer

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 4C Recruitment Full time

    Amazing charity - meaningful work and cause 6 month fixed term contract part time or full time flexible working conditions and hours on offer Immediate opportunity***: - **Full- or Part time - 6 months Contract with potential to extend**:Flexible working conditions hybrid opportunity:- Fantastic charity - meaningful work environmentThis proactive and...

  • Anz Finance Administrator

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia CBRE Full time

    Posted- 17-Mar-2024- Service line- GWS Segment- Role type- Full-time- Areas of Interest- Administrative- Location(s)- Sydney - New South Wales - Australia- Global financial institution client, brand new Sydney HQ:- Finance Admin for all facilities and property functions:- Opportunity to promote to a Finance Analyst.About CBRECBRE is the world's leading and...