Strategic Finance Officer

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

Use your strategic finance skills to contribute to sustainable water management for the environment and communities of NSW

• Temporary role to December 2026 with possibility of extension
• Full-time at 35 hours per week plus FlexTime
• Located in Newcastle or other NSW office by negotiation
• Hybrid working from home and office supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 plus super

Opportunity to join the Natural Resource Access Regulator (NRAR) and contributing to making sure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.

Our Strategic Finance team is currently seeking to appoint a Strategic Finance Officer to provide critical advice and services to facilitate robust financial management and support the achievement of corporate strategy and key objectives. This includes budgeting, forecasting, reporting and research to deliver key outcomes.

The role also provides high level accounting support services including the review of all general ledger accounts, to ensure consistent reconciliation with management reports and annual financial statements.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will have knowledge of the application of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018, Treasurer's Directions and Australian Accounting Standards, with a broad understanding of relevant Government policies.

Your key experience is in management reporting, budgeting, and statutory financial accounting, coupled with knowledge and experience in financial management and accounting principles and practices.

With good time management and communication skills, you have the demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing deadlines and diverse stakeholder needs in a fast paced and time critical environment.

You are self-motivated and have a genuine interest in keeping up to date with changing accounting standards, NSW Treasury policies and other statutory reporting requirements.

Having or working towards membership with a recognised professional accounting body such as CPA Australia or Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia would be highly regarded.

For more information read the full Role Description: Strategic Finance Officer

Who we are

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.

NRAR enforces the NSW water laws and offers guidance and education to help water users comply. We strive to be an efficient and effective regulator that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Working with NRAR provides a chance to make sure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 29 October 2025 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ibby Yunusa, Manager Strategic Finance, Policy and Performance, NRAR via email

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.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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