THE ORGANISATION

The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO’s people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things – they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient.
We seek to reflect the diversity of the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. We are secretive about what we do, not what we value. Find out more information about diversity and inclusion at ASIO.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The newly established TOP SECRET-Privileged Access (TS-PA) Vetting Authority will centralise Australia’s highest-level security clearance functions within ASIO over the coming years. Successful applicants will play an instrumental role in building this new capability, established to help protect Australia from the threat of espionage and foreign interference.
AE5 and AE6 Finance Officers will be part of the new Business Administration Branch and will contribute to the long-term success of this important business function. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to influence the process design and the team’s ways of working.
Applicants seeking a career move within the next 12 months are encouraged to apply now.
A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which have the same or similar requirements to this position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Finance Officers:

• Assist with the analysis of business results through the budget, forecast and end of month processes.
• Provide support to executives in understanding of financial reports and advice, including preparation and delivering supplementary reports or advice for them to make accurate and informed decisions.
• Support branch heads to develop internal budget and monthly variance reporting.
• Process and administer financial transactions including accounts payable and receivable.
• Undertake end of month processes including accounts reconciliation of general ledger accounts.

To be eligible for the role, you must be:

• An Australian citizen.
• Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance