Strategic Finance Partner | Senior Accountant

NSW Government; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Superannuation

Ongoing opportunity

Job summary

The Department of Customer Service in NSW is seeking a Senior Accountant - Finance Business Partner for an ongoing role based in Parramatta/Sydney CBD with hybrid working options.

You will deliver management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, partnering with senior leaders to translate numbers into actionable insights.

The team emphasises governance, controls and compliance with accounting standards, offering a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated management accounting experience in complex environments (public sector or large organisations).
• Qualified in Accounting/Finance with CA/CPA or working towards.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and management reporting capabilities.
• Proven ability to translate financial data into actionable guidance for senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality management reporting and financial insights for informed decision-making.
• Strengthen financial governance, controls and compliance across the organisation.
• Provide trusted technical advice and lead key financial submissions for stakeholders.

Skills

Management accounting

Budgeting and forecasting

Financial analysis

Stakeholder partnering

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Governance and controls

Education

Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance CA/CPA or working towards

Job description

The Department of Customer Service in NSW is seeking a Senior Accountant - Finance Business Partner for an ongoing role based in Parramatta/Sydney CBD with hybrid working options.

You will deliver management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, partnering with senior leaders to translate numbers into actionable insights.

The team emphasises governance, controls and compliance with accounting standards, offering a supportive, inclusive workplace.