Financial Accountant

7 days ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Clean Energy Regulator Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

The Clean Energy Regulator

We are an economic regulator accelerating carbon abatement for Australia. We do this by administering Australian Government schemes to measure, manage, reduce and offset carbon emissions in Australia.

Our role is determined by climate change law. We administer
schemes
that contribute to the Australian Government climate target of reducing emissions to 43% below 2005 levels by 2030 and Net Zero by 2050.

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Working with us isn't just a job, it's a chance to have a rewarding career. We're looking for people with diverse skills, expertise and experience to work with us to reduce carbon emissions and increase the use of clean energy in Australia.

About the Role

The Corporate branch is seeking a Financial Accountant to join the Finance section.

The Finance Reporting Team is responsible for the financial reporting of the CER including financial statements, monthly financial reporting to Department of Finance, internal financial control, asset management, and ensuring compliance with Accountable Authority Instructions and financial delegations.

The position sits within a small team delivering financial activities. The team is committed to providing professional and client focused services to our staff and external stakeholders.

The APS Level 6 Financial Accountant is accountable under general direction to undertake complex finance related activities and tasks within established procedures and guidance.

Under limited direction, the APS Level 6 Financial Accountant will be responsible for, but not limited to:

  • Produce and prepare monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with the Accounting Standards, the Public Governance and Accountability Act 2013 (PGPA Act) and other guidance as disseminated by the Department of Finance under direction of Financial Reporting Assistant Manager. This includes entering of monthly and annual statements to the Department of Finance via the Central Budget Management System.
  • Manage coordination of monthly tasks including preparation and entering of journals and account reconciliations and reports.
  • Maintain the agency's asset register including capitalisation, disposals, depreciation processing and annual stocktake.
  • Provide expert advice and support across the organisation on asset management practices, promoting sound financial stewardship and compliance with relevant frameworks.
  • Prepare debt management reports for the CFO and the agency's Executive as requested.
  • Assisting with technical advice including the preparation of accounting position paper and financial reports for the Chief Financial Officer, senior management and audit committee meetings.
  • Coordinate and assist with audit requests from the ANAO and internal auditors, ensuring timely and accurate provision of information.
  • Contribution to relevant financial policies, guidelines and practices ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
  • Undertake other financial administrative tasks as directed including Taxation, Banking and other reporting requests.

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