Finance Officer at Downer Group

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Management, Budget Monitoring, Financial Legislation, Financial Policy, Financial Analysis, Accounting, ERP Systems, Purchase Order Management, Procurement Support, CMS Acquittals, Credit Card Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Problem-Solving, Financial Discussions, Tasking Responses

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future.  Downer Professional Services comprises of three business units our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice, and Team Downer, which partners with CASG and NSSG as a major service provider to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for clients across Defence and National Security. We currently have an opportunity for a Finance Officer in Adelaide to work on Space projects.   What You’ll Do   This role offers a broad scope, with key role responsibilities including: * Strong financial management capability, including monitoring budgets, maintaining broadsheets, rephasing commitments and supporting budget estimate/review processes. * Sound understanding of financial legislation, policy and delegations, with the ability to interpret requirements, provide advice and exercise financial authority appropriately. * Proficiency in financial analysis and accounting, able to apply evidence‑based reasoning, resolve issues and identify alternative courses of action. * Experience with ERP or similar systems, including raising and maintaining purchase orders, procurement support, CMS acquittals and credit card transaction management. * Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including taking minutes, coordinating financial discussions and working collaboratively across Defence environments (including Objective folder use). What You’ll Bring * Strong financial management and accounting capability, including experience monitoring budgets, maintaining financial broadsheets, rephasing commitments and supporting budget estimate/review processes. * Sound understanding of financial legislation, policy and delegations, with the ability to interpret requirements, provide accurate advice and exercise financial authority appropriately. * Proficiency with ERP or similar financial systems, including raising and maintaining purchase orders, procurement support, CMS acquittals and credit card transaction processing. * Analytical and problem‑solving skills, able to conduct objective financial analysis, draw evidence‑based conclusions and identify alternative courses of action when issues arise. * Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills, including facilitating financial discussions, preparing tasking responses and supporting process development in a dynamic Defence environment. Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.   More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.   Why Downer Professional Services   At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace - we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.    What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services  * Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future. * Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice. * Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer. * Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service. You want your work to matter and so do we.  With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.   We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals.  Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.   As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.   If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.

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Responsibilities

The Finance Officer will be responsible for strong financial management, including monitoring budgets, maintaining broadsheets, and supporting budget estimate/review processes. Key duties also involve applying financial legislation and policy, performing financial analysis, and managing ERP system functions like purchase orders and acquittals.