Financial Analyst

Australian Submarine Agency; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite work

Canberra-based

Job summary

The Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) invites applications for an APS6 Finance Analyst in the Finance Branch in Canberra. The role focuses on financial policy, assurance and compliance, in compliance with PGPA Act, accounting standards, and whole-of-government guidance.

You will deliver financial compliance activities, manage travel and spending, build stakeholder relations, and support decision-making with robust data analysis.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the Commonwealth Resource Management Framework, PGPA Act, and related legislation, guidance and financial compliance requirements.
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving and communication skills applied to financial information, systems and concepts.
• Capacity to establish and sustain productive professional relations with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines within a dynamic operating environment across a range of systems and tools.
• Strong attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement and delivery excellence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver financial compliance and assurance activities, including by gathering and analysing data across a variety of platforms, systems and reporting tools to deliver evidence-based recommendations and actions.
• Be responsible for specific financial management matters, such as travel, credit card, and other spending commitments, and associated financial policies, user guidance and financial literacy initiatives.
• Build and sustain effective relationships with stakeholders, delivering high-quality client engagement and support.
• Apply knowledge, professional judgement and initiative to problem-solve to deliver against business objectives.
• Manage competing priorities and deliver accurate, high-quality outcomes within a dynamic operating environment.

Job description

Australian Submarine Agency – Canberra ACT

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 program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

As an APS 6 in the ASA Finance Branch, you will be expected to prepare and provide advice on complex financial policy and assurance to stakeholders in the Australian Submarine Agency in compliance with relevant legislation, accounting standards and whole of government policies such as the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013, Financial Delegations and Accountable Authority Instructions. You will,

• Deliver financial compliance and assurance activities, including by gathering and analysing data across a variety of platforms, systems and reporting tools to deliver evidence-based recommendations and actions.
• Be responsible for specific financial management matters, such as travel, credit card, and other spending commitments, and associated financial policies, user guidance and financial literacy initiatives.
• Build and sustain effective relationships with stakeholders, delivering high-quality client engagement and support.
• Apply knowledge, professional judgement and initiative to problem-solve to deliver against business objectives.
• Manage competing priorities and deliver accurate, high-quality outcomes within a dynamic operating environment.

About our Team

This is an excellent opportunity for an early to mid-career financial analyst to join a collaborative team delivering the Australian Submarine Agency's financial assurance and compliance program. The Financial Reporting and Policy team delivers financial reporting and assurance services to support informed decision-making and effective stewardship of public resources.As part of a team supporting one of Australia's most significant national capability programs, this role is responsible for managing the Agency's financial assurance program, maintaining financial policies and contributing to financial reporting.Weoffer onsite working arrangements, this position is Canberra-based and the successful applicant will be expected to work onsite.

Our Ideal Candidate

The Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) is a dynamic organisation seeking motivated, talented and collaborative individuals looking to progress their career in a supportive and professional government working environment.

We are seeking candidates who have:

• Understanding, or demonstrated capacity to rapidly acquire knowledge, of the Commonwealth Resource Management Framework, PGPA Act, and related legislation, guidance and financial compliance and performance requirements.
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving and communication skills applied to financial information, systems and concepts.
• Capacity to establish and sustain productive professional relations with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines within a dynamic operating environment across a range of systems and tools.
• Strong attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement and delivery excellence.
• A collegiate approach reflecting ASA's Nuclear Mindset

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

The key duties of the position include:

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 program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

As an APS 6 in the ASA Finance Branch, you will be expected to prepare and provide advice on complex financial policy and assurance to stakeholders in the Australian Submarine Agency in compliance with relevant legislation, accounting standards and whole of government policies such as the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013, Financial Delegations and Accountable Authority Instructions. You will,

• Deliver financial compliance and assurance activities, including by gathering and analysing data across a variety of platforms, systems and reporting tools to deliver evidence-based recommendations and actions.
• Be responsible for specific financial management matters, such as travel, credit card, and other spending commitments, and associated financial policies, user guidance and financial literacy initiatives.
• Build and sustain effective relationships with stakeholders, delivering high-quality client engagement and support.
• Apply knowledge, professional judgement and initiative to problem-solve to deliver against business objectives.
• Manage competing priorities and deliver accurate, high-quality outcomes within a dynamic operating environment.

About our Team

This is an excellent opportunity for an early to mid-career financial analyst to join a collaborative team delivering the Australian Submarine Agency's financial assurance and compliance program. The Financial Reporting and Policy team delivers financial reporting and assurance services to support informed decision-making and effective stewardship of public resources.As part of a team supporting one of Australia's most significant national capability programs, this role is responsible for managing the Agency's financial assurance program, maintaining financial policies and contributing to financial reporting.Weoffer onsite working arrangements, this position is Canberra-based and the successful applicant will be expected to work onsite.

Our Ideal Candidate

The Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) is a dynamic organisation seeking motivated, talented and collaborative individuals looking to progress their career in a supportive and professional government working environment.

• Understanding, or demonstrated capacity to rapidly acquire knowledge, of the Commonwealth Resource Management Framework, PGPA Act, and related legislation, guidance and financial compliance and performance requirements.
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving and communication skills applied to financial information, systems and concepts.
• Capacity to establish and sustain productive professional relations with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines within a dynamic operating environment across a range of systems and tools.
• Strong attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement and delivery excellence.
• A collegiate approach reflecting ASA's Nuclear Mindset

Eligibility

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

Getting to know the Australian Submarine Agency

The Australian Submarine Agency was established on 1 July 2023 and is responsible and accountable for the management and oversight of Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine program.Australia’s acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines through the AUKUS partnership will be critical to ensuring our Defence Force has the capabilities needed to keep Australians safe.The Australian Submarine Agency operates under the Defence portfolio and maintains strong linkages with the Department of Defence. Our workforce comprises a mixture of Australian Public Servants, Australian Defence Force members and contractors.At the Australian Submarine Agency, you will enjoy experiences and opportunities that, as an APS employee, you simply would not get in any other organisation. You are able to undertake interesting, challenging and unique work. This ranges from intelligence and strategic policy right through to human resources, communications, infrastructure and engineering, and information technology.As part of the Australian Submarine Agency you will be working at the cutting edge of capability delivery, supported by professionalisation pathways so you can continue to develop, along with unique and varied career opportunities.Our people are capable, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people.We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities.