Senior Financial Accountant

at  NSW Corporate Services

TOGETHER WE SHAPE THRIVING COMMUNITIES, PUBLIC SPACES, PLACES AND ECONOMIES.

• Play a crucial role in meaningful financial analysis and data integrity projects
• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Office location – Parramatta or Orange with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $125,693.00 to $138,510.00 + super

ABOUT US

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

THE ROLE

Become a key player in our finance team as a Senior Financial Accountant. In this role you’ll offer expert analysis and advice on complex financial matters, develop and implement financial policies, and ensure compliance with NSW Treasury reporting obligations. You’ll manage the preparation of monthly financial data for Treasury, prepare statutory financial statements, and maintain essential documentation for audits. Additionally, you’ll review General Ledger reconciliations and fixed asset registers.
Your challenges will include keeping up with the functions of Government, Treasury Circulars, and financial management legislation. Building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders and ensuring timely financial reporting will be crucial in this dynamic role.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Financial Accountant

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Strong problem-solving abilities to navigate complex challenges and adapt to evolving situations
• Solid time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently
• Capable of driving outcomes while effectively involving stakeholders throughout the process, fostering collaboration and buy-in
• Maintains meticulous attention to detail amidst high-volume workloads, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks and deliverables.
• High level administrative skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and competing demands
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes