Position Title: EL1 Assistant Director – Financial Operations
Employment Type: Ongoing (Permanent)
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $127,621 – $140,143 + 15.4% superannuation
Security Clearance/Requirements: Baseline clearance (or ability to obtain)

ABOUT THE ROLE

An exciting EL1 opportunity is now available for an experienced and strategic Assistant Director to join a key government department. Reporting to the Director, Financial Operations, you will lead a small team across Treasury and Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Travel.

This role is ideal for a collaborative and driven leader with a passion for financial governance, compliance, and service delivery. You will use your expertise to shape financial operations, drive continuous improvement, and support high-quality decision-making within a fast-paced and high-impact environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, supervise and develop a team of Team Leaders and finance professionals
• Oversee all Financial Operations activities across AP, AR, Treasury and Travel
• Provide high-level advice on financial matters to the Director and senior stakeholders
• Interpret and apply relevant Commonwealth financial legislation and frameworks
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Manage workloads and priorities across the team to ensure timely and quality outcomes
• Conduct quality assurance checks on reconciliations, journals and reporting
• Drive business improvements and ensure policies and procedures are current and compliant
• Prepare and oversee end-of-month financial activities and reports

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years’ experience in Financial Operations within government or a large organisation
• Minimum 3 years’ experience leading teams or managing staff
• Strong understanding of Commonwealth financial frameworks and legislation
• Experience using financial systems such as CBMS, TechnologyOne, and Excel
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills
• Qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or Business (Diploma or Degree) preferred

ELIGIBILITY

• Australian Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance

Apply now or contact Rebecca Cosan on (02) 6260 8888 at SOS Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

SOS Recruitment is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and equity in employment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, women, individuals with family responsibilities, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of faith, and members of the LGBTIQ+ community.