ASP5 - Finance Analyst

Chandler Macleod; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of a high-profile Federal Government agency in Canberra to place a Finance Analyst. The role focuses on financial reporting, governance, and analysis to support informed decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with internal stakeholders and external assurance bodies to meet Commonwealth reporting obligations, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate audit activities. Applicants must obtain NV1 clearance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, analysis, and/or governance in a complex environment.
• Understanding of Commonwealth financial frameworks (including PGPA) and Australian Accounting Standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders.
• Organised, deadline-driven, and committed to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to financial statements preparation and statutory reporting deliverables
• Provide financial analysis and advice to support business outcomes
• Support financial policies, procedures and governance frameworks
• Coordinate audit activities, including managing information requests and supporting documentation
• Apply relevant accounting standards, legislation and Commonwealth financial frameworks
• Prepare reports, briefings and written responses for stakeholders

Skills

Financial reporting

Financial analysis

Governance

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for an exceptional opportunity within a high-profile Federal Government agency supporting Australia’s most significant long-term capability program.

This is a chance for a high-performing Finance Analyst to contribute to high-quality financial reporting, governance, and analysis in a fast-paced environment where your work directly supports informed decision-making.

About the Role

You will support the financial reporting and policy function, contributing to accurate, timely reporting and strong financial governance outcomes. The role will work closely with internal stakeholders and external assurance bodies to meet Commonwealth reporting obligations and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to financial statements preparation and statutory reporting deliverables
• Provide financial analysis and advice to support business outcomes
• Support financial policies, procedures and governance frameworks
• Coordinate audit activities, including managing information requests and supporting documentation
• Apply relevant accounting standards, legislation and Commonwealth financial frameworks
• Prepare reports, briefings and written responses for stakeholders

About You

• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, analysis, and/or governance in a complex environment
• Understanding of Commonwealth financial frameworks (including PGPA) and Australian Accounting Standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders
• Organised, deadline-driven, and committed to continuous improvement

Security Requirement

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance.

Locations

Adelaide SA, Canberra ACT, Sydney NSW

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse individuals, people living with a disability, and the LGBTIQA+ community. You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at: https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion