APS6 Finance and Investment Officer

Randstad; Canberra; On-site; AUD 88,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad in Canberra is seeking an APS6 Finance and Investment Officer/Analyst to influence high-value infrastructure programs. You will analyze complex financial data, review equity funding requests, and develop capital management plans for senior executives.

You’ll translate government finance insights into crisp briefings, support Senate Estimates and value-for-money assessments, and coordinate with stakeholders through audit and review processes.

Qualifications

• Strong background in financial analysis, commercial finance, or investment assurance.
• Ability to translate complex government or commercial financial data into executive insights.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Baseline security clearance or ability to obtain one quickly.

Responsibilities

• Diving deep into complex financial data, investment proposals, and capital management plans.
• Reviewing major equity funding requests and commercial financial modeling.
• Crafting sharp, highly visual briefings and approval documents for senior executives.
• Supporting high-level government reporting, including Senate Estimates and value-for-money assessments.
• Liaising with key stakeholders to guide audit and financial review processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Commercial finance

Investment assurance

Stakeholder engagement

Executive reporting

Excel

Tools

Excel

Job description

Ready to shape the financial strategy behind multi-billion-dollar national infrastructure investments? Step into a high-profile Federal Government role where your financial analysis has real-world impact.

Fast Facts

Pay Rate: $63.93 - $75.69 per hour + Super

Contract: 6-month initial contract, with a possible 12-month extension.

Role: APS6 Finance and Investment Officer / Analyst.

Location: Canberra CBD

Flexibility: Work-from-home and flexible arrangements available.

Clearance: Baseline Security Clearance required.

What You'll Do

You won't just be crunching numbers; you'll be advising on massive equity investments and capital strategies. Your day-to-day will involve:

Diving deep into complex financial data, investment proposals, and capital management plans.

Reviewing major equity funding requests and commercial financial modeling.

Crafting sharp, highly visual briefings and approval documents for senior executives.

Supporting high-level government reporting, including Senate Estimates and value-for-money assessments.

Liaising with key stakeholders to guide major audit and financial review processes.

Who We're Looking For

The Analyst: You have a strong background in financial analysis, commercial finance, or investment assurance.

The Communicator: You know how to translate complex government or commercial financial data into clear, actionable executive insights.

The Collaborator: You excel at stakeholder engagement and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The Professional: You hold an active Baseline security clearance (or can obtain one quickly) and are ready to hit the ground running.