Finance Officer

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for the provision of advice regarding the day-to-day running of financial operations, accrual accounting, costings and financial analysis for the organisation.

About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in the State, with a history of serving Queensland communities for more than 140 years.

At TAFE Queensland, we hold true to our values and keep our customers at the centre of everything we do. By living these values, we continue to strengthen TAFE Queensland's reputation as a leading provider of high quality education and training. Our people are recognised for demonstrating these values in their everyday work.

Your Opportunity

As The Finance Officer You Will Be Responsible For

  • The purpose of this position is to be responsible for the provision of advice regarding the day-to-day running of financial operations, accrual accounting, costings and financial analysis for the organisation.

This position reports to the Corporate Finance Manager.

This is a Permanent, Full-Time opportunity unless otherwise determined.

The position will be based primarily at Mount Gravatt Campus however you may be required to perform work at other TAFE Queensland campuses.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the organisation's operational financial reporting systems by ensuring revenue and expenditure is correctly allocated to appropriate revenue and cost collectors.
  • Support the month end process, analyse the end of month data and prepare processing functions e.g. journal, accruals, prepayments and other necessary adjustments.
  • Maintain and evaluate administrative and financial recording and reporting systems and provide transactional advice to Business Unit Managers regarding budgetary process and financial transactions.
  • Generate timely financial reports and statements for the organisation in relation to team/unit revenue and expenditure performance and management reporting.
  • Prepare periodic reconciliations as required to ensure internal and external audit compliance.
  • Prepare purchase requisitions.
  • Ensure all activities are undertaken in accordance with legislative policy guidelines, practices and procedures within the organisation.
  • Contribute to the achievement of TAFE Queensland's quality policies by encouraging an environment where high quality work is achieved and supported by the adherence/development of quality system documentation.
  • Other duties as directed by management.

How You Will Be Assessed

The ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:
  • Demonstrated ability in the use of spreadsheet and word processing packages and financial management applications and related systems.
  • Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively within a small work group to plan and prioritise work projects within legislative and quality system frameworks as well as interpret, apply and provide advice in relation to legislation, policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated sound problem solving and conceptual skills including the ability to analyse complex issues and recommend solutions within tight time frames.
  • Highly developed written and interpersonal skills and a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the values of the organisation through modelling behaviours and the provision of outstanding client service.

Highly Desirable Requirements
  • Possession of an appropriate qualification n Accounting or Commerce.
  • Three to five years financial accounting and systems experience.

How To Apply

If you're interested in this role, click the 'Apply' button to submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal. When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:
  • A detailed resume;
  • A cover letter that outlines your known skills, abilities, knowledge and experience in response to the "How you will be assessed" criteria above (maximum of 2 pages in total); and
  • The contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor)

Closing date: 5pm, Friday 25 July 2025.

Job Reference Number: TQ2025-630

For Further Information, Please Contact

Melanie Jackson

Corporate Finance Manager

Melanie.Jackson@tafeqld.edu.au

Occupational group Accounting and Finance
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