APS 5 - Finance Analyst

Australian Submarine Agency - AU Government; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation up to 15.4%

Job summary

Australian Submarine Agency - AU Government is seeking an APS 5 finance professional to strengthen financial reporting and policy support. The role focuses on preparing financial statements, providing analysis for decision-making, coordinating audits, and maintaining governance frameworks.

Based in Canberra, Sydney or Adelaide, the successful candidate will work with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality financial management and reporting while adhering to Commonwealth

Qualifications

• Understanding of PGPA framework, Australian Accounting Standards and Commonwealth financial reporting requirements.
• Ability to review financial information and provide practical advice.
• Experience building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal reporting skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the preparation of financial statements and statutory reporting obligations.
• Providing financial analysis and advice to support decision-making and business outcomes.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of financial policies, procedures and governance frameworks.
• Coordinating audit activities and preparing supporting documentation.
• Applying accounting standards and Commonwealth financial management frameworks.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Identifying process improvements to enhance financial practices.
• Preparing reports and briefing materials to support organisational objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Australian Submarine Agency - AU Government – Sydney CBD NSW

$89,841 - $96,829 a year

1d ago , from Australian Submarine Agency - AU Government

• $89,841 - $96,829 (+ up to 15.4% Superannuation)

The Role

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine programme will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

As an APS 5 working within the ASA Finance Branch, you will strengthen your technical skills, and be provided the opportunity to support entity wide decision-making through the provision of accurate, timely financial analysis and advice. We are seeking to fill an APS 5 vacancy within the Financial Reporting & Policy Directorate responsible for:

• Contributing to the preparation of financial statements and statutory reporting obligations.
• Providing financial analysis and advice to support decision-making and business outcomes.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of financial policies, procedures and governance frameworks.
• Coordinating audit activities, including managing information requests and preparing supporting documentation.
• Applying accounting standards, legislative requirements and Commonwealth financial management frameworks.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance financial management practices.
• Preparing reports, briefings and other documentation to support organisational objectives.

• $89,841 - $96,829 (+ up to 15.4% Superannuation)
• Adelaide - SA, Canberra - ACT, Sydney CBD - NSW

About our Team

This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing and collaborative team that plays a critical role in supporting the Australian Submarine Agency's financial accountability, governance and reporting outcomes. The Financial Reporting & Policy Team provides trusted financial reporting, accounting policy, governance and assurance services that support informed decision‑making and the effective stewardship of public resources.

The team is responsible for preparing financial statements and statutory reports, providing advice on accounting standards and financial management requirements, coordinating audit activities, and maintaining financial policies and frameworks. Working closely with stakeholders across the Agency and key external oversight and assurance bodies, the team supports compliance with Commonwealth reporting obligations, strengthens financial governance, and drives continuous improvement in financial management practices.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a team that delivers high‑quality financial outcomes in support of one of Australia's most significant national capability programs. We offer onsite working arrangements, this position is based in Canberra, Sydney or Adelaide and the successful applicant will be required to work from this location.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are dynamic organization‑seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high‑paced work. We are seeking motivated, enthusiastic and collaborative individuals with transferable skills to join us and contribute to our team.

We are seeking candidates who have:

• An understanding of the PGPA framework, Australian Accounting Standards and Commonwealth financial reporting requirements, with the ability to apply relevant legislation, policies and processes.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to review financial information, identify issues and provide practical advice.
• The ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support financial reporting, audit and assurance activities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, briefing materials and responses to stakeholder enquiries.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet reporting deadlines.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high‑quality outcomes.
• Professional behaviours consistent with the APS Values, APS Employment Principles and APS Code of Conduct.
• A collaborative approach that reflects the Australian Submarine Agency's commitment to respect, safety, security and inclusion.

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