Business Advisor

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• One X Ongoing full-time opportunity, 35 hrs/week
• Parramatta based, flexible hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super and leave loading

Our Business Advisory team is currently seeking to appoint Business Advisor to support the delivery of the NSW Energy Rebates program and providing business and financial advisory services for this role's assigned portfolio within the Energy, Climate Change and Sustainability Group.

The Group Finance division develops, manages and advises on systems, infrastructure, policies and standards for the department in the areas of finance, procurement and administration, asset management, information and communication technology.

About the role

The Business Advisor prepares management reports, budgets, and forecasts and provides advice and insights on complex work issues and other analytical support services to a range of stakeholders. The Business Advisor is also an expert user and supports the use of critical information systems and ensures the accuracy of systems and financial data to support business unit financial and business performance in line with corporate goals and Government objectives. The role also undertakes business analysis, process financial transactions and ensure the cost-effective fund administration of energy rebate schemes managed by DCCEEW.

About you

You will be responsible for:

• Coordinate administrative processes to support the management of energy rebate program
• funds, the allocation of funds to approved recipients and ensuring transactions are actioned in accordance with accounting standards as well as accepted governance and audit requirements
• Validate and process payments to energy retailers for reimbursement of customer grants in a timely manner
• Maintain financial and statistical reporting requirements of the energy rebate programs, reconcile financial and recipient records, and ensuring effective financial management, auditing and reporting mechanisms are in place to support good governance and audit protocols
• Provide accurate and transparent scheduled and ad-hoc financial reporting and advice ensuring a timely response to Ministerial and departmental requests
• Undertake research, consultation, analysis, monitoring and evaluation of relevant administrative systems and processes to identify opportunities for improvement
• Support the monitoring and preparation of rebate budget data and submissions, including the annual budget, to ensure funding is allocated in alignment with corporate priorities and government objectives.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, including reconciliations and samples for the Audit Office in accordance with the Client Assistance Schedule and facilitate the audit process
• Build the confidence and support of stakeholders, clients and peers to manage diverse and frequently urgent and competing business requests and demand deadlines in a complex, demanding environment of significant change.

Knowledge and experience

• Eligibility for membership of a recognised professional accounting body such as CPA Australia or Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia
• Demonstrated evidence of capability in managing complex data
• Advanced MS Excel, and experience using financial systems such as SAP

Essential requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting, business or commerce fields; experience and knowledge of financial and management accounting

For more information read the full Role Description: Business Advisor

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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.

To Apply

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

Applications close Tuesday, 04 Nov 2025 at 11:55 PM

Should you require further information about the role please contact Lorna Brody at

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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