Senior Compliance & Investigations Officers (APS6)

Complete Staff Solutions; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Staff Solutions is seeking Senior Compliance & Investigations Officers (APS6) for our Federal Government client in Canberra. You will join a supportive team, with limited direction and autonomy where appropriate.

Responsibilities include applying a risk-based approach to investigations, reviewing funding procedures, preparing briefs, and guiding junior staff. A strong background in financial audits, compliance, and stakeholder collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial audits or assurance activities.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Willingness to support reform and guidance to junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Apply a risk-based approach to investigations into potential anti-avoidance schemes.
• Use data and intelligence tools to identify high-risk behaviours and schemes.
• Prepare briefs, reports and correspondence for decision-makers.
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior staff as required.
• Oversee and coordinate financial disclosure reviews and funding procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Certificate IV in Government Investigations (PSP40416)

Accounting/Commerce/Finance qualifications

Job description

Senior Compliance & Investigations Officers (APS6)

Complete Staff Solutions are seeking Senior Compliance and Investigations Officers for our Federal Government Client and its expanding Regulatory Division. You will work as part of a supportive team under limited direction with the opportunity for autonomy and accountability.

Senior Investigations Officer responsibilities:

Apply a risk-based approach to conducting investigations into potential anti-avoidance schemes under the relevant Act

Use data and intelligence tools to draw insights which proactively identify high-risk behaviours, entities, and schemes, supporting further compliance action and contributing to the development of targeted compliance strategies

Prepare high-quality briefs, reports, and correspondence to inform decision-makers and contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of policies and procedures related to funding and disclosure

Provide leadership, guidance, and support to junior staff as required, fostering capability development and high-quality outcomes

Senior Compliance Officer responsibilities:

Independently review financial disclosure returns submitted by a range of participants to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with legislative requirements

Assess and review procedures on claims for funding across the relevant cycle, including undertaking complex compliance assessments in accordance with the corresponding Act

Oversee and coordinate the accurate processing and payment of funding, ensuring all payments are delivered in line with legislative and procedural obligations

Lead the collection and analysis of information from diverse sources to support a risk-based approach to identifying and investigating potential non-compliance, including risks of foreign influence through financial contributions

Provide leadership, guidance, and support to junior staff as required, fostering capability development and high-quality outcomes

About you

Demonstrated experience in supporting or leading financial audits (or similar assurance activities), with strong organisational skills and a proven ability to manage tasks methodically, accurately, and in accordance with procedures

Well-developed analytical skills with the ability to interpret moderately complex information, identify issues or risks, and provide timely, accurate, and well-informed advice to support decision-making processes

Willingness to be flexible and adaptable as the section responds to the requirements of the legislative changes and guide junior staff as we navigate our reform journey

Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams and across business areas, and to build and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders at all levels

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, deliver quality outcomes under pressure, and apply sound judgement to balance competing demands in a fast-paced environment

A strong commitment to working collaboratively and contributing positively to a team environment, with the ability to lead by example and support the broader strategic direction of the Department and its Regulatory Division

Australian citizenship is required and is a condition of engagement

Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance is required

Certificate IV in Government Investigations (PSP40416), or the willingness to undertake this qualification with AEC support, is highly desirable for Senior Investigations Officer roles

Formal qualifications, or relevant work experience, in accounting, commerce, finance or related fields is highly desirable for Senior Compliance Officer roles