Assistant Director, Financial Operations – First Nations

Australian-Department-of-Infrastructure-and-Regional-Development; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 127,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is seeking an EL1 Assistant Director in Financial Management to lead the Financial Operations team in Canberra. The role involves overseeing accounts payable and receivable, supplier relationships, and financial governance to support department outcomes.

This ongoing, full-time position offers flexible work arrangements including hybrid office-home, opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• EL1 level work standard capability, handling complex or sensitive work under broad direction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Provide excellent customer service and mentor others.
• Growth mindset and willingness to continuously improve.
• Lead a team through change/implementation of a new FMIS system.
• Deep understanding of accounts payable/receivable within a department and FMIS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the Financial Operations team to ensure excellent service delivery.
• Deliver high-quality work while managing priorities and timeframes.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Coordinate system enhancements with FMIS Services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Customer service

Growth mindset

FMIS knowledge

Tools

FMIS system

Job description

The Australian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is seeking an EL1 Assistant Director in Financial Management to lead the Financial Operations team in Canberra. The role involves overseeing accounts payable and receivable, supplier relationships, and financial governance to support department outcomes.

This ongoing, full-time position offers flexible work arrangements including hybrid office-home, opportunities for professional