Enterprise Technology Division Finance Manager

About the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations

Our department is dedicated to empowering individuals through safe, secure, and well-compensated employment, fostering skills for a sustainable future, and leading by example as an employer. We establish frameworks that promote fair and productive employer-employee relationships and oversee training programs and skill development for workforce entrants and those retraining for emerging jobs. Working with us means contributing directly to shaping employment policies, programs, and services that benefit job seekers, workers, and the economy.

Role Overview

Reporting directly to the Director of ETD Customer and Financial Management, the ETD Finance Manager provides crucial financial leadership and trusted guidance to enable informed decisions across the Division. This position demands excellent stakeholder engagement, the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable advice, and proficiency in managing budgets, forecasts, and competing priorities within a dynamic environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance for ETD cost centers, accounts, and IT projects.
• Generate and deliver timely, precise financial reports and analytical insights to facilitate decision-making.
• Offer strategic and operational counsel on the Division’s financial status, projections, performance metrics, and risks.
• Track and report contractor expenditures, funding origins, and budget utilization.
• Coordinate month-end financial operations, including reconciliations and required reporting.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, providing financial advice to support sound budget management.
• Support financial governance, regulatory compliance, and ongoing initiatives for improvement.

Application Process

Candidates must submit a brief summary (maximum 500 words) demonstrating relevant skills, knowledge, and experience, accompanied by a CV and references from two professional contacts. The summary should reflect the position details and provide concrete examples where possible. Applicants should familiarize themselves with the APS work level standards pertinent to this classification.

Eligibility and Additional Information

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experience levels to apply, emphasizing inclusivity. Eligibility for employment requires Australian citizenship or ongoing steps towards citizenship. The hired individual must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance. Further details are available in the job information pack.