Executive Level 1 - Assistant Directors, Finance and Business Operations

Job Description

Executive Level 1 - Assistant Directors, Finance and Business Operations 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 EL1 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 and Financial Statement Preparation Financial Systems Management Your key responsibilities in this role are to: Be responsible for the maintenance of general and sub-ledger reconciliations. Ensuring financial accounting transactions are processed in line with relevant policies and accounting standards. Prepare accounting position papers in line with accounting standards. Manage the completion of end-of-year and interim financial statements (special purpose and general purpose). Managing audit requests with internal and external auditors. Review and update financial control systems and processes in accordance with relevant policies. Engage with internal stakeholders to understand their business concerns, challenges, and drivers and provide financial analysis to assist in their decision making while maturing business acumen. Gather data and provide high-level specialist technical/professional advice to assist with complex problem-solving and issues management. Support business areas in a range of financial management activities including budget management, the production of monthly management reports, and financial analysis. Successfully administer and maintain a financial management information system and other financial systems, ensuring the integrity, availability, and capability of systems and data. Receive, log, resolve, and review complex financial and financial systems enquiries and requests for support in a timely and accurate manner by following agreed procedures. Provide guidance, support, and advice to team members including the provision of on-the-job training and reviewing and checking work outputs. Taking responsibility for the achievements of own and team outcomes. 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. Various - Assistant Directors, Finance and Business Operations Opens in new window Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. #J-18808-Ljbffr