Finance Lead

Finance Lead

Public Skills Australia (PSA) has been appointed by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) as one of 10 Jobs and Skills Councils. PSA works with employer and employee representatives from the Public Safety and Government industry-sectors – Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Correctional Services, Defence, and all levels of Government – to ensure Australia's vocational education and training (VET) system delivers better outcomes for learners and employers. A primary function of PSA is to provide workforce planning, industry intelligence and training product development in support of industry needs and government priorities.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Business Operations team as the Finance Lead. This role is responsible for leading the financial management and compliance of the organisation and acts as the financial steward. The role works closely with all staff across the company to deliver financial management, budgeting and procurement leadership. This position requires a high level of attention to detail as it is accountable for legislative and financial compliance and supports several key relationships including with the Board and the Audit, Finance and Risk Committee. The Finance Lead will lead and advise the leadership of the company on issues such as financial forecasting, budgeting, accounting, budget acquittal and financial compliance as set out in regulations, legislation and the Public Skills Australia Grant Agreement. We are seeking an individual that has a combination of financial expertise, leadership skills, and strategic thinking to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the finance team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of finance, budgeting, accounting and procurement services.

• Be the custodian of the financial delivery and literacy of the company by managing auditing, acquittal and financial reporting.

• Manage effective financial stewardship of the organisation, including ensuring all financial obligations, regulations and compliance requirements for the company are adhered to.

• Proactively scope, recommend and implement required financial management, budgeting and procurement support systems across the company.

• In collaboration with the executive and leadership, assist with the development and implement financial plans, budgets, and forecasts to support strategic direction.

• Prepare quality reports such as finance papers, procurement contracts and agreements, and financial trend reports.

• Oversee day to day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.

• Review financial transactions, reconciliations, and financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

Key Selection Criteria – Essential

• Relevant qualification(s) and/or equivalent experience/training.

• Demonstrated experience at a management level.

• Demonstrated experience in financial management, auditing and procurement practices.

• Demonstrated experience in reporting and working with executive level stakeholders

• Demonstrate ability to support corporate committees, including audit, finance and risk.

• Demonstrate the ability to be flexible and responsive to changing priorities.

• Demonstrated experience in working with high level boards, councils and committees.

How to apply

Your application should include a CV/Resume of no more than 4 pages and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages. The Cover Letter should not repeat information contained in the CV but specifically address the 'essential' Key Selection Criteria. Any queries should be directed to the HR and Recruitment Officer at Applications close at midnight, Sunday 12 October 2025.