EL1 Assistant Director, Financial Operation

HorizonOne Recruitment
Canberra, ACT
A$120,000-$140,000 p/a + 15.4% Super
Accounting → Financial Accounting & Reporting
Full-time
On-site

Posted 3 days ago


  • Lead financial operations in a supportive, collaborative team environment
  • Flexible working arrangements for a healthy work-life balance
  • Opportunity for career growth

The Organisation

Our client is a Federal Government agency located in the Parliamentary Triangle, known for its hybrid working environment and positive culture.

The Opportunity

This is a non-ongoing 12-month contract with the potential to become permanent, as it is a vacant position.

It presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced EL1 to join this Federal Government agency, further develop their skills, and lead the financial operations function. It is also an ideal opportunity for a high-performing APS6 with acting EL1 experience in financial operations to gain higher duties experience, which may lead to a promotion.

In addition to working in a supportive and collaborative environment, you’ll be part of a team with a positive culture, led by an experienced manager. The organisation also offers flexible working arrangements to help maintain a healthy work-life balance.

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and coordinating the financial operations function, including travel management, accounts payable, and credit card administration, while ensuring all processes run smoothly and comply with organisational policies and procedures
  • Providing sound guidance to business areas, promoting a culture of policy compliance and ensuring adherence to relevant legislation among staff and stakeholders
  • Supervising team members while fostering an environment of continuous learning and development, ensuring they have access to the necessary resources and training to succeed in their roles
  • Managing and overseeing the performance of a small team, ensuring their workflow is efficient and aligned with organisational goals

The Ideal Person

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Financial Operations Manager with advanced Excel and strong presentation skills.

You are likely to have one of the following backgrounds:

  • Experience in a Big 4 or other consulting firm at the Senior Accountant or Manager level, with Federal Government engagement in financial operations
  • Previous or current experience in the Federal Government at the EL1 level
  • Experience in Commonwealth entities or universities at the Manager level or above


Applicant MUST be Australian Citizens to be considered for this opportunity.

Salary / Rate

  • $120k - $140k + 15.4% Super
  • Non-ongoing 12-month contract with a view to permanency

How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Eileen Cheng on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. 20361

HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.


About HorizonOne Recruitment

Canberra, ACT, Australia

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