APS Level 6 - Senior Finance Officers, Finance and Business Operations

Job Description

APS Level 6 - Senior Finance Officers, Finance and Business Operations Ongoing or Non-ongoing Join us to shape the future of one of Australia’s greatest natural assets and protect it for future generations. We are seeking people who want to contribute to a significant water reform program that aims to respond to the impacts of climate change, support community and industry needs, and improve access to water for First Nations people. The Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) is an independent government agency which, in partnership with Basin governments, manages the Murray–Darling Basin’s water resources in the national interest. With the enactment of the Water Act 2007, the MDBA was established as an independent expertise-based statutory agency. The MDBA aims to achieve a healthy working Basin for the benefit of all Australians. The Murray–Darling Basin contains a rich diversity of natural environments that are unique in Australia and the world. The Basin is also crucial to Australia’s economy and home to 2.3 million Australians, including people from over 50 First Nations. How we manage the Basin as a whole connected system, manage our water carefully, and protect it for future generations is set out in the Murray-Darling Basin Plan. The Position : Are you ready to make a real impact? Our Finance and Business Operations branch, within the Business Services Division, is at the heart of supporting the MDBA through high-quality financial services. Our mission is to provide crucial advice and reporting that enhances our organisational culture, all while supporting our purpose – ‘Rivers, For Generations’. We are seeking passionate and driven finance and accounting professionals to join us in multiple roles at the APS6 level. If you have experience in any of the below areas, we want to hear from you: Finance Business Partnering Financial Management and Reporting Financial Accounting and Processing Technical Financial Advice Financial Systems Management Your key responsibilities in this role are to: Collect and analyse financial information from across the organisation and assist stakeholders resolve issues or challenges while improving their financial acumen. Support business areas in a range of financial management activities including budget management, the production of monthly management reports and financial modelling. Engage with internal stakeholders and share financial information and insights to enable delivery of MDBA programs, projects, and business as usual activity. Apply accounting policies and procedures to ensure financial accounting transactions are processed in line with relevant MDBA policies and applicable accounting standards. Provide technical advice to resolve a range of financial management problems, including the interpretation and application of accounting standards. Ensure knowledge of and compliance with legislative, financial, and administrative frameworks, government decision-making processes and regulations. Assist in the preparation for Portfolio Budget Statements and Budget process, including the use of the Central Budget Management System. Process standard month-end journals and prepare key accounting reconciliations. Contribute to the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports. Identify process improvements in the branch and wider organisation. Provide systems support to ensure the successful delivery and maintenance of financial systems, providing professional, prompt, and accurate information and solutions to systems issues. Support the finance team on other related financial administrative duties as required. What we offer you: You will have the opportunity to work on projects where you contribute to shaping the future of one of Australia’s greatest natural assets and protect it for future generations. At the MDBA you will undertake a variety of interesting and challenging work. You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and expertise, and work with the Australian community to support a critical resource management initiative. Competitive remuneration packages, including up to 15.4% superannuation, and recognition of prior APS government service. Generous leave provisions (four weeks annual leave) and additional Non-attendance days between Christmas and New Year provided. Being part of a smaller agency with a strong focus on its connection with people. Being part of a professional, committed, and friendly team of people. Being part of an organisation that recognises and values First Nations people and their contribution to our work. We have an innovative Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) aimed at improving relationships, showing respect, and increasing opportunities to deliver outcomes for First Nations peoples as part of our business-as-usual activities. Competitive Flexible Working Arrangements which allow greater flexibility and balance between work and personal needs. A range of healthy lifestyle provisions, including access to a health and wellbeing program. Opportunities for professional development and career progression across a variety of roles and work locations. Tell me more: It is easy to apply for a job at the MDBA. Go to and tell us what makes you the ideal candidate. Take the opportunity to work with the MDBA as we continue to make a difference through the protection and enhancement of the environment. For more information regarding this opportunity contact Jan-Maree Stewart, , 02 6279 0750. #J-18808-Ljbffr