Finance & Commercial Officer

3 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia Aris Zinc Full time

12 months
- Baseline Security clearance required

Acquisition SPO is seeking an experienced Finance/Commercial Officer who will be accountable under broad direction from the EL1 Assistant SPO Director to perform and achieve complex financial reporting work within an integrated workforce. They will be accountable to ensure they have knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision making and Defence’s mission and policy requirements. They will work alongside the level 2 Finance Officer and independently with the opportunity for reasonable autonomy and accountability for the achievement of outcomes of their work.

As the Finance/Commercial officer you are an experienced professional who works effectively in a complex environment, applies excellent problem-solving skills and manages competing priorities and consistently achieves deadlines. You are highly organised, energetic, and solutions focussed with good communication skills.
- Previous employment in either a Defence project, commercial and/or finance role.
- Building and sustaining stakeholder relationships including communicating with influence.
- Familiarity with Financial Management Information Systems to run relevant financial reports, review the current financial status of projects and process invoices as required.
- Ability to demonstrate initiative.
- Experience working in complex environments.
- Proven commercial and business acumen.
- Ability to analyse financial data and interpret results including identifying risks.
- Understanding of the relevant legislation and frameworks including but not limited to the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 (Cth) and the Commonwealth Procurement Framework.

**Essential Criteria**:

- More than 5 years’ experience in finance or commercial.
- Strong data/analytical skills.

**Desirable Criteria**:

- Experience working in Defence in finance, projects or commercial.
- Comprehensive understanding or Defence processes and structure.
- Comprehensive understanding of the One Defence Capability System (formerly the Capability Life Cycle).

Reach out to
**Tia Stanhope **on

ARIS- ZINC offers an end-to-end service approach with a unique combination of expertise in recruiting, IT consulting and payroll services in the Canberra, Sydney, and Brisbane markets. We champion people first, empowering them to take charge of their own aspirations and professional futures.


  • Policy Officer

    5 days ago


    Canberra, Australia Department of Finance Full time

    Commercial Group / Commercial Investments Division / Defence Investments Branch - Executive Level 1 ($114,115 - $138,191) | Ongoing & Non-ongoing | Full-time & Part-time - Canberra, ACT **ABOUT THE BRANCH** The Defence Investments Branch (DIB) presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a team at the forefront of shaping policy, commercial and financial...

  • Policy Officer

    5 days ago


    Canberra, Australia Department of Finance Full time

    Commercial Group / Commercial Investments Division / Defence Investments Branch - APS 5 ($80,131 - $89,912) / APS 6 ($88,157 - $107,593) | Ongoing & Non-ongoing | Full-time & Part-time - Canberra, ACT **ABOUT THE BRANCH** The Defence Investments Branch (DIB) presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a team at the forefront of shaping policy,...


  • Canberra, Australia Department of Finance Full time

    Business Enabling Services Group / Service Delivery Office Division / Client Strategy and Enablement Branch - APS 5 ($82,535 - $92,609),APS 6 ($90,802 - $110,821) | Ongoing & Non-ongoing | Full-time - Canberra, ACT **ABOUT THE BRANCH & SECTION** The Service Delivery Office (SDO) is a leader in providing services under the Whole-of-Government Shared...

  • Finance Officer

    1 week ago


    Canberra, Australia Department of Finance Full time

    Business Enabling Services Group / Corporate Services Division / Chief Financial Officer Branch Branch - APS 5 ($82,535 - $92,609) | Ongoing | Full-time - Canberra, ACT **ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY** Chief Financial Officer (CFO) contributes towards the outcomes of the Department by providing reliable and timely financial information that supports decision...

  • Finance Officer

    1 week ago


    Canberra, Australia Elliott Gray Full time

    Immediate start | Flexible working arrangements - Free Parking | Other benefits such as gym membership - 12 month salary reviews | Career progression Elliott Gray are extremely proud to be teaming up with yet again another well-established Canberra brand. Located out in the beautiful Majura Park, this organisation is once again expanding and needing you to...

  • Project Officer

    4 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia Department of Finance Full time

    Commercial Group / Procurement & Insurance Division / Future Made in Australia Office - APS 5 ($82,535 - $92,609),APS 6 ($90,802 - $110,821) | Ongoing & Non-ongoing | Full-time & Part-time - Canberra, ACT **ABOUT THE BRANCH & SECTION** The Future Made in Australia Office (the Office) is responsible for coordinating delivery of the Australian Government’s...

  • Aps 5 Finance Officer

    1 month ago


    Canberra, Australia DFP Recruitment Services Full time

    **Job description**: APS 5 Finance Officer - ** $55 / Hourly Rate + Super**: - ** Canberra, City**: - ** 6 - month contract**: - ** Start date immediate** **About the role** The Finance Officer will work as a Finance Business Partner across the business and with senior executives to provide strategic financial advice and assistance on financial related...

  • Finance Officer

    1 month ago


    Canberra, Australia Hudson Australia Full time

    Our client, in the commercial sector is seeking a **Finance Officer** to join their team, based in inner south suburb of Canberra. - **Full-time permanent opportunity and competitive salary package.**: - **Excellent organisational culture and work with a collaborative team**: - **Great employee benefits.** **Key responsibilities**: **Account Payable...

  • Finance Officer

    1 week ago


    Canberra, Australia Omni Executive Full time

    **The Finance Officer position provides transaction processing and administrative support to the organisation and is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of financial information.**: - Position: - Full time - Reference: - FIN-011-23 - Closes on: - 14/03/2023 11:59 pm - Location: - Canberra,ACT - Security clearance: - Baseline - **ABOUT...

  • Finance Officer

    1 week ago


    Canberra, Australia Omni Executive Full time

    **Vacancy No** - VN212 **Employment Type** - Full Time **Security Clearance Required** - Baseline **Location of Role** - ACT **Job Details** **The Finance Officer position provides transaction processing and administrative support to the organisation and is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of financial information.** **ABOUT THE...

  • Finance Officer

    4 days ago


    Canberra, Australia Omni Executive Full time

    **Vacancy No** - VN192 **Employment Type** - Full Time **Security Clearance Required** - Baseline **Location of Role** - ACT **Job Details** **The Finance Officer position provides transaction processing and administrative support to the organisation and is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of financial information.** **ABOUT THE...

  • Executive Assistant

    22 hours ago


    Canberra, Australia Department of Finance Full time

    Commercial Group / Commercial Investments Division / Various Opportunities - APS 4 ($74,012 - $84,472) | Ongoing | Full-time - Canberra, ACT **ABOUT THE DIVISION** Commercial Investments Division (CID) within Commercial Group at the Department of Finance supports delivery and oversight of a diverse set of relationships and commercial investments on behalf...

  • Records Officer

    1 month ago


    Canberra, Australia Department of Finance Full time

    Business Enabling Services Group / Corporate Services Division / Business Services and Support Branch - APS 2 ($59,029 - $67,554) | Ongoing | Full-time - Canberra, ACT **ABOUT THE SECTION** The Digital Information Management team supports digital transformation, good governance, efficiency, transparency and accountability within the Department of Finance....

  • Finance Officer

    4 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia KBR Full time

    **Title**: Finance Officer **The Company** Kellogg Brown and Root Pty Ltd (KBR) is a leading Government and Defence service provider. KBR in Australia has been involved in working with Defence for the last 20 years, and has developed a core competency in systems engineering, systems and enterprise architecture, project management, training solutions and...


  • Canberra, Australia Department of Finance Full time

    Business Enabling Services Group / Enterprise Strategy Division / Parliamentary and Corporate Engagement Branch - APS 6 ($94,434 - $115,254) | Ongoing & Non-ongoing | Full-time - Canberra, ACT **ABOUT THE BRANCH** The Parliamentary, Governance and Strategy Branch provides advice and support to our ministers, the department and portfolio entities to fulfil...

  • Finance Officer

    1 month ago


    Canberra, Australia Department of the Senate Full time

    APS 4 - $79,916 to $85,839 - Black Rod's Office The Finance Officer is responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, is required to perform functions related to the role of Collector of Relevant Money and assists with the bank reconciliation function. The occupant of this position assists with the management of the department’s...

  • Finance Officer

    4 days ago


    Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Strategic Finance is seeking a motivated, well organised person who possesses the following skills to effectively perform the role and functions of a Finance Officer: - demonstrated understanding and experience in public sector financial management processes and financial frameworks; - demonstrated understanding of reconciliations, experience in financial...

  • Finance Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia KBR Full time

    Title: Finance Officer The Company  Kellogg Brown and Root Pty Ltd (KBR) is a leading Government and Defence service provider. KBR in Australia has been involved in working with Defence for the last 20 years, and has developed a core competency in systems engineering, systems and enterprise architecture, project management, training solutions and...

  • Finance Officer

    5 days ago


    Canberra, ACT, Australia KBR Full time

    Title:Finance OfficerThe Company Kellogg Brown and Root Pty Ltd (KBR) is a leading Government and Defence service provider. KBR in Australia has been involved in working with Defence for the last 20 years, and has developed a core competency in systems engineering, systems and enterprise architecture, project management, training solutions and integrated...

  • Finance Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia KBR Inc. Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTIONTitle:Finance OfficerThe Company Kellogg Brown and Root Pty Ltd (KBR) is a leading Government and Defence service provider. KBR in Australia has been involved in working with Defence for the last 20 years, and has developed a core competency in systems engineering, systems and enterprise architecture, project management,...