Finance Business Partner, Aps Level 5, Financial

Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne
- Applications close 16 October

**About the Department**:
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

- Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
**About the team**:
The Chief Finance Officer Division is made up of four branches. They are:

- Financial Management
- External Budgets and Costings
- Strategy, Performance, Program Delivery and Procurement
- Financial and Shared Services.

The Financial Management Branch provides a range of financial and operational services which enable the department to deliver its strategic objectives. As a branch, we’re driving the implementation of the department’s Financial Management Strategy.

Finance Business Partner teams sit within the Financial Management Branch.

You are:

- A highly motivated, team player who can build productive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
- A good communicator, both verbally and in writing.
- Able to manage competing priorities within tight deadlines.
- Experienced in using complex Financial Management Information systems.
- Able to identify and contribute to continuous business improvement.
- Proficient with MS Office suite, including Excel and Word.

A diploma or bachelor’s degree in commerce, accounting, finance, business, or a related field will be highly regarded.

**What you will do**:
Finance Business Partners are responsible for the delivery of professional and reliable financial services to one or more divisions within the department.
- Depending on the area supported, the role may include a mix, or all of the duties detailed below:

- Assisting in developing and maintaining divisional budgets, including departmental and administered expenditure and revenue, and staffing level components.
- Supporting updates to forecast expenses and revenue, accurately reflecting changes to planned business operations.
- Undertaking month end processes including commitment reporting, accruals, and reconciliations.
- Assisting in the delivery of accurate and timely month end reporting, including analysis and commentary that is fit for purpose and suited to the audience.
- Assist with asset management activities.
- Providing support to clients on a range of financial matters, including compliance.
- Contributing to ongoing business improvement initiatives within the team.
- Delivering of other financial services as directed.

**Eligibility**:
**Notes**:
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.

The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is ACT - Industry House based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.

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