Finance Officer (APS5/6) – Sector Finance & Compliance

Australian Communications and Media Authority; Canberra; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ACMA seeks Finance Officers at APS 5 and APS 6 to support accountable management of public money through operational financial tasks. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, maintain records and assist with compliance and reporting, under defined authorities.

APS 6 offers more complex work, autonomy and coordination responsibilities. This role is full-time in Canberra, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Financial operations experience including transaction processing, account reconciliation and financial record maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to check supporting documentation and follow issues to resolution.
• Sound judgement and a commitment to compliance, including interpretation of policies and delegated authorities.
• Proficiency in financial systems and spreadsheets to analyze information and prepare reports.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills to manage competing tasks under limited direction.
• Ability to undertake financial compliance activities, document findings and prepare reports.
• Clear communication and relationship-building skills to explain processes to staff and stakeholders.
• Initiative and continuous improvement mindset to identify opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborative and accountable approach with ownership and teamwork.
• Integrity and professionalism in line with APS Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Deliver financial operations across accounts payable and receivable and maintain hospitality, gifts and benefits declarations.
• Maintain complete and accurate financial records by reconciling transactions and month-end activities.
• Manage banking and payment card administration including access and record keeping.
• Support compliance reviews, document findings and assist with audit responses.
• Provide clear, practical financial guidance to staff and stakeholders.
• Manage competing priorities and service standards, updating stakeholders on delays.
• Build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain technical knowledge of relevant legislation and policies.
• Improve processes and service delivery by contributing to procedure updates.
• Support team delivery and accountability in planning and coordination.

Skills

Financial operations

Attention to detail

Judgement & compliance

Financial systems & spreadsheets

Organisation & prioritisation

Financial compliance activities

Clear communication

Initiative & continuous improvement

Collaborative & accountable

Integrity & professionalism

Tools

Spreadsheets

Accounting software

Job description

ACMA seeks Finance Officers at APS 5 and APS 6 to support accountable management of public money through operational financial tasks. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, maintain records and assist with compliance and reporting, under defined authorities.

APS 6 offers more complex work, autonomy and coordination responsibilities. This role is full-time in Canberra, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.