Senior Financial Accountant

Senior Financial Accountant – Job no: 545076
• Work type: Ongoing full-time
• Location: Parramatta
• Categories: Corporate Services, Financial Analysis/Research/Reporting, Management Accounting

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• Two X Ongoing full-time opportunity, 35 hrs/week
• Office location - Parramatta, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super & leave loading

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water (DCCEEW) are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Financial Accountants to join our finance team and play a critical role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting for the business.

As the Senior Financial Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring our financial reporting is accurate, consistent, and meets all compliance requirements. You will be responsible for preparing and reviewing statutory financial statements, coordinating monthly financial reporting to Treasury, and ensuring all documentation is audit-ready to ensure the Department meets its reporting obligations. You will utilise your strong technical expertise to drive improvements in financial systems and processes bringing structure and efficiency to a complex, fast-paced environment.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both the technical and collaborative aspects of accounting. You will work closely with finance teams, auditors, and a broad range of stakeholders across the Department\'s diverse network of agencies where the ability to balance standardised processes with the need for flexibility will be essential to your success.

We are looking for someone who can work independently, manage multiple priorities, and communicate clearly with both finance and non-finance teams. If you are someone who enjoys bringing structure to complexity, thrives under pressure, and takes ownership of their work, and is committed to delivering high-quality financial outcomes, this could be the perfect role for you. Please note, additional hours and occasional weekend work may be required during peak reporting periods.

To be successful in this role, you will have experience preparing complex financial statements, navigating accounting standards, and working confidently with auditors.

You will bring:

• Proven expertise in statutory financial reporting within a government or large, complex organisation
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey complex financial information to varied audiences
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to foster productive relationships across departments
• The ability to work independently, take initiative, and keep leadership informed on progress
• A flexible, solutions-focused mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills, with the ability to juggle competing priorities and meet deadlines
• A high level of attention to detail, even under pressure or during high-volume workloads
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach and the ability to work across a shared services model
• Experience in the public sector is desirable

Essential Requirement

• Degree Qualification in Accounting, Commerce or similar discipline and studying towards CPA/CA (or equivalent) full member status, or extensive equivalent experience

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Financial Accountant

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state\'s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state\'s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume no more than 4 pages and a single page cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday, 28 Sep at 11:55PM

Should you require further information about the role please contact Sharmini Halstead, Manager Finance Control & Reporting via sharmini.halstead@dcceew.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Nivya Shetty via nivya.shetty@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0437 224 498 (please mention reference number 545076).

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Advertised: 11 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 28 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time