Finance Manager contract role with our federal government client in Melbourne

Your new company

A leading federal government agency is seeking a highly capable and strategic individual to lead its finance team. This senior role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial operations, ensuring compliance, and delivering best-practice financial services across the organisation.

Your new role

Reporting to the Head of Finance, this is a key role in the finance function.

• Manage the agency's financial operations, including internal controls, monthly reporting, and preparation of annual financial statements.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery in areas such as debtor collection, tax returns (GST and FBT), asset and cash flow management, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Provide support to internal and external auditors.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of the Financial Management Information System.
• Support strategic financial planning, including the development of annual budget statements and cash flow projections.
• Monitor changes in government financial policy and provide high-level advice to senior executives.

What you'll need to succeed

• Must be an Australian citizen and able to obtain and maintain a national security clearance.
• CA/CPA qualification
• Extensive experience managing finance functions within the public sector, ideally the commonwealth government
• Capable of fostering a high-performance culture and motivating teams

What you'll get in return

• A pivotal leadership role within a respected government agency
  
• A collaborative and purpose-driven work environment
  
• Competitive hourly rate
  
• Flexible working including hybrid model
  

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to [email protected], or call us now.

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