Deputy Chief Financial Officer EL1

Location: thursday-Island
Salary: $106,801.54 - $129,949.37 + 15.4% super + Allowances
Job Type: permanent
Contact: Sam Rubino
Deputy Chief Financial Officer EL1
  • Torres Strait Regional Authority
  • Thursday Island QLD
  • $106,801 - $129,949 (plus 15.4% superannuation, remote locality allowance and other entitlements in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement)
Requirements: 
  • Hold a degree in accounting or a related qualification
  • Be a registered Certified Practising Accountant or Chartered Account 
ABOUT: 
The Finance Team is a key enabling service for the TSRA, working cooperatively with program managers to ensure integration between projects and programs across the TSRA. Seamless support from Finance will enable the TSRA to deliver the outcomes of the Torres Strait Development Plan. The Finance Team are establishing best practice processes, focusing on accuracy, repeatability, and compliance with APS standards and the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 (PGPA Act).
The key duties of the position include:
Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, the Deputy Chief Finance Officer (DCFO) is responsible for:
  • Providing reliable and timely financial information, advice and reporting to stakeholders including the Commonwealth and State Governments, the Department of Finance, and TSRA employees at all levels
  • Providing technical support and advice on financial accounting matters/ operations and reporting in accordance with PGPA Act obligations
  • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients to facilitate open communication in the identification and resolution of program-related issues
  • Controlling financial performance and assuring conformity with PGPA Act requirements.
  • Undertaking effective risk- and issue-management, and being responsible for the early identification of financial and budget risks to all programs and operations of TSRA
  • Managing the day-to-day activities of the Finance Team including identifying, discussing, and managing interdependencies across programs in a collaborative manner.
Under limited supervision, the DFCO is required to:
  • Assist the CFO in the management of the Budget and Finance area to achieve agreed performance standards and goals
  • Manage and continuously improve the financial operations of the TSRA including but not limited to taxation compliance, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed asset management, financial system and general ledger maintenance, grants management, month end processes, payroll and salary sacrifice.
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies and instructions to support the TSRA’s operations.
Eligibility

This vacancy is an identified position, meaning the role has a strong involvement in issues relating to Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal people.

All employees at the TSRA are required to liaise with Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal people, communities and service providers. If you are not a Torres Strait Islander and/or Aboriginal person your application must demonstrate that you have:
  • understanding of the issues affecting Torres Strait Islander and/or Aboriginal peoples
  • demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Torres Strait Islander and/or Aboriginal peoples
  • demonstrated capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency.
Indigenous job seekers are encouraged to apply for this vacancy. If the job is 'Identified', then part or all of the duties impact on Indigenous Australian communities or their representatives.

How to apply: 

Apply via Seek or send an email to Sam Rubino, Apsrecruitment@sixdegreesexecutive.com.au, P +61 7 3153 9908 attaching:
  • Your resume (maximum of three pages)
  • Your one-page pitch. This document should relate your skills, knowledge, and experience to the ‘things to tell us in your pitch’ including your cultural competency where required.
    • Try not to duplicate information that can already be found in your resume but do highlight any specific examples or achievements that will demonstrate your ability to perform the role.
  • Submit your application before 11:30pm AEST Monday 16 January 2023.
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