Accountant at NSW Government School Performance North

Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

125720.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Accounting, Statutory Reporting, External Audits, Stakeholder Engagement, Financial Governance, Accounting Standards, Reporting Requirements, Documentation, Controls Implementation, Briefing Preparation, Policy Advice, Detail Orientation, Deadline Management, Communication Skills, Risk Identification, CA/CPA Qualification

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training. Ongoing Full-Time Located in Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available Salary: Clerk Grade 7/8 with salary ranging from $113,574 to $125,720 + super and annual leave loading    Multiple roles available Join a dynamic and collaborative finance function About the role This role is responsible for supporting the delivery of accurate and compliant financial accounting and statutory reporting, including preparation of annual financial statements (interim and year end) and NSW Treasury reporting requirements. You will support external audits, liaise with stakeholders across the business, and ensure robust documentation and controls are in place. The role also contributes to financial reporting in Annual Reports, prepares briefings for senior stakeholders, and provides advice on accounting standards, policies, and emerging requirements such as climate-related disclosures, all while managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. For further information please click here to view the role description About you You are a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring: CA/CPA qualification Adept experience in financial accounting and statutory reporting (public sector experience highly regarded) Sound knowledge of accounting standards and reporting requirements Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet multiple deadlines Adept stakeholder engagement and communication skills Experience supporting external audits and preparing financial documentation Ability to produce clear, concise briefings and reports Key Knowledge and Experience Sound Experience in applying Australian accounting standards and NSW Treasury accounting and reporting policies and requirements Sound experience with financial accounting and reporting risk identification and implementation of fit for purpose financial governance, processes and controls Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people. Essential requirements of the role Degree in accounting or finance discipline Membership of a recognised Australian professional accounting association Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education. Benefits Flexible working arrangements 35 hour working week Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth How to apply Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role. Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities. Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application. If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application. All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’. Targeted Questions Describe a situation where you had to provide technical advice on an accounting issue to your line manager. Elaborate on the process you went through, including any standards or guidelines you used, to formulate your advice. What was the outcome? (300 words) Describe a situation where you had to work in a team environment to deliver outcomes with competing priorities and tight deadlines. What were some of the challenges you faced and how did you overcome them? (300 words) Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check. As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid. Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.  Closing date: Monday, 6 April 2026 at 11:59pm. For role enquiries please contact Walter Chung via email on Walter.Chung@det.nsw.edu.au and for recruitment process enquiries please contact projectrecruitment@det.nsw.edu.au We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage. A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.  

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Responsibilities

This role supports the delivery of accurate and compliant financial accounting and statutory reporting, including preparing annual financial statements and meeting NSW Treasury requirements. Responsibilities also involve supporting external audits, liaising with stakeholders, ensuring robust controls, and contributing to financial reporting and policy advice.