Manager, Finance Technical Accounting

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water; Sydney; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking a Manager, Finance Technical Accounting to lead the technical accounting function.

You will provide expert advice on complex accounting issues, shape enterprise-wide policies and governance, and partner with senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making in a large, evolving environment. This permanent full-time role offers a meaningful impact on NSW's financial governance.

Qualifications

• Deep technical accounting expertise and ability to apply accounting standards.
• Experience providing trusted advice on complex accounting matters.
• Strong knowledge of financial governance, policy and reporting requirements.
• Ability to influence stakeholders with clear, practical, risk-informed advice.
• Continuous improvement mindset; enhance policies and governance practices.
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgement.
• Collaborative approach and willingness to coach others.
• Tertiary qualifications in accountancy, commerce, finance, or relevant discipline.
• CPA or CA full membership.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on complex accounting issues.
• Influence financial decision-making and policy.
• Shape accounting policies and governance frameworks.
• Support response to emerging accounting matters.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across the department.
• Build capability across the finance community through mentoring.

Skills

Technical accounting expertise

Trusted accounting advice

Financial governance knowledge

Stakeholder influence

Continuous improvement

Analytical skills

Coaching and mentoring

Tertiary qualifications

CPA/CA membership

Education

Accounting degree

Commerce/Finance degree

CPA/CA membership

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Are you the person colleagues turn to when they need clarity on a complex accounting issue?
• Permanent full-time opportunity, 35 hours/week
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $154,231 to $178,369 + superannuation + leave loading
  

The Financial Control and Reporting team within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) delivers enterprise-wide financial governance, assurance and policy frameworks across the portfolio.

We partner with senior leaders, NSW Treasury, the Audit Office and key stakeholders across the department to navigate complex accounting and reporting matters, improve financial governance, and respond to emerging challenges including climate-related financial reporting and evolving regulatory requirements.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced technical accounting leader who enjoys working at the intersection of accounting standards, policy, governance and strategic decision-making. In this role, you will provide trusted expert advice on complex accounting issues, influence financial decision-making, shape enterprise-wide accounting policies and governance frameworks, and support the department's response to emerging and evolving accounting matters.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders, tackle complex transactions, drive improvements to accounting policies and governance practices, and ensure the organisation remains responsive to evolving accounting and regulatory requirements. You will also play a key role in building capability across the broader finance community, sharing your expertise and helping others navigate technical accounting challenges with confidence.

If you enjoy solving complex problems, influencing decision-making and shaping financial governance across a large and diverse organisation, this is a role where your expertise will have genuine impact.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Deep technical accounting expertise and a passion for applying accounting standards to real-world business challenges.
• Experience providing trusted advice on complex accounting matters, with the ability to balance technical accuracy with practical outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of financial governance, accounting policy and reporting requirements within a large or complex environment.
• The ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders at all levels through clear, practical and risk-informed sound advice.
• A continuous improvement mindset, with experience enhancing policies, frameworks, controls or governance practices.
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgement when navigating complex or ambiguous issues.
• A collaborative approach and a genuine interest in developing the capability of others through coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing.
  
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in accountancy, commerce, finance or relevant discipline, or relevant work experience.
• Recognised professional accounting body (CPA or CA) full membership.
  

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager, Finance Technical Accounting

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

Applications close Sunday, 18 Oct 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Zana Garevska, Director Financial Control & Reporting via [e-mail]

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing [e-mail] or contacting (Nivya Shetty) via [e-mail] or 0437 224 498 (please mention reference number 553039).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at [e-mail] for a yarn.

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