APS 5/6 Compliance Officer – Regulatory & Funds Review

face2face Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

face2face Recruitment is seeking APS 5 and APS 6 Compliance Officers for a federal government client based in Canberra (with a second location in Melbourne). APS 5 roles involve supporting disclosure reviews, assessing funding claims and assisting with payments, under general supervision; APS 6 roles involve leading complex assessments, coordinating funding payments and guiding junior staff.

Existing baseline security clearance is mandatory for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial audit, compliance, assurance, quality checking or similar structured work with independence and leadership at APS 6.
• Qualifications or relevant experience in accounting, commerce, finance or related field are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex information and assess risks.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work within legislative and procedural requirements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Review financial disclosure returns for accuracy, completeness and compliance with legislative requirements.
• Assess election funding claims and undertake related compliance reviews and enquiries.
• Support or coordinate the accurate processing and payment of election funding, depending on classification.
• Analyse financial and regulatory information, identify potential issues and provide well-reasoned advice.
• At APS 6, lead information collection and analysis to identify potential non-compliance, including risks of foreign influence through financial contributions.
• At APS 6, provide guidance and support to junior staff, building capability and ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership capability (APS 6)

Communication

Education

Accounting/Commerce/Finance related field

Job description

face2face Recruitment is seeking APS 5 and APS 6 Compliance Officers for a federal government client based in Canberra (with a second location in Melbourne). APS 5 roles involve supporting disclosure reviews, assessing funding claims and assisting with payments, under general supervision; APS 6 roles involve leading complex assessments, coordinating funding payments and guiding junior staff.

Existing baseline security clearance is mandatory for this position.