Senior Team Member Finance, Procurement & Commercial Support - Northern Command

Job Description

Job Details EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time LOCATION - QLD AFP BAND & SALARY -Band 06 ($107,559.00 - 118,673.00) JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14076 This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months. Did you know? The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT. Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia. We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including: Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down 4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year 18 days of paid personal leave per year Generous superannuation of 15.4% 18 weeks of paid maternity leave + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities What is the role? Applications are sought from suitably qualified candidates wishing to be considered for the role of Senior Team Member - Finance, Procurement & Commercial Support. As the Senior Team Member, you report to and work under the broad direction of the Team Leader Finance, Procurement & Commercial Team. You are responsible for supporting the delivery of financial policy advice, management accounting and reporting, asset management and fleet services aligned with the Command Corporate Services Unit (CCSU) service offering. You are responsible for working collaboratively with the Command Executive, Command members and national teams/centres of excellence to solve complex corporate issues through the provision of consistent high quality customer service to stakeholders to foster a positive reputation and trust in the team. You will contribute to supporting efficient, effective and compliant financial and commercial services across the region. You will provide financial advice and support to the Command management team and other key stakeholders to manage their financial commitments, spending and budgets. You are dynamic and flexible in your approach to day-to-day work, have the ability to prioritise and multi-task, engaging multiple stakeholders and corporate centres of excellence to deliver high-level outcomes to foster a positive reputation and trust in the team. You will have excellent analytical skills and a seasoned ability to communicate financial concepts and terms to non-financial stakeholders. You are a motivated, skilled and client-focused professional, who is forward thinking in delivering high calibre services to achieve desired outcomes. You work autonomously with minimal supervision, providing corporate services as a subject matter expert to a diverse range of stakeholders. You develop and mentor team members, adopt change and influence behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and values of each individual consistent with the AFP values, AFP Core Leadership Continuum, AFP Corporate Plan and your Performance Development Agreement. As a Team Member in the AFP you will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below. What will you do? As a Senior Team Member Finance, Procurement & Commercial Support, you will be required to: Work collaboratively with the Command Executive, Chief Finance Officer Portfolio, and national teams to effectively undertake finance, procurement and commercial services. Develop and oversee the Command's budget and provide in-depth analysis for forecasting and to inform decision making. Manage end of month processes and internal reporting to ensure data and reporting accuracy in accordance with statutory reporting obligations, including the analysis and presentation of financial information to support Command decision making. Ensure the integrity of the AFP's financial information in SAP and compliance with statutory reporting requirements, including maintaining the accuracy of the AFP's general ledger. Provide insightful and trusted advice to a diverse range of senior stakeholders and frontline clients. Proactively engage with cost centre owners and relevant stakeholders across the Command to provide targeted and relevant financial advice and support. Oversee asset management activities, including stocktakes, asset disposal and annual asset replacement budget bids. Oversee procurement activities, including the provision of support for low-value and high-value spending proposals in compliance with the Commonwealth Procurement Rules. Oversee the coordination of fleet services, including servicing, fuel cards, insurance claims, parking and infringements. Challenge existing work practices to gain efficiencies and benefits to the Command and the broader AFP and instil a culture of continual improvement. Maintain contemporary finance and accounting knowledge and subject matter expertise through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities outside the formal education process to ensure you are able to effectively undertake your duties and are up to date on relevant changes to procedures and policies. Essential Requirements You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application. A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one. Formal tertiary Accounting/Finance qualifications. Existing relevant professional qualifications (CA/CPA), or currently studying toward professional qualifications. Demonstrated experience in providing financial analysis, advisory, consultancy and partnership support to senior management teams. High-level communication and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated experience in the development of team members and fulfilling a guiding, mentoring and advisory role. Additional Information This position is located in Brisbane, QLD and successful applicants are expected to be based in Brisbane. Selection Criteria Achieve results Communicates with influence Contributes to strategic thinking Cultivates productive working relationships Shows personal drive and integrity Application Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time: Resume/CV -This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements. Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role. Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application. Employment Suitability Should you successfully progress from the application stage, all applicants must: Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway. Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made. Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair. Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used) will be required if an offer of employment is made. Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position. Recruitment Process Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application may be invited to a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQI community and people with a disability. Contacts and Closing Information Contact Officer -Michelle Havenga, Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 5393, Contact Officer Email: Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 07/02/2025 To view other employment opportunities, please visit our career site . #J-18808-Ljbffr