Financial Advisor
Australian Department of Defence
Posted 12 days ago
The Role
An exciting opportunity exists at the APS 6 level to join our fast paced and results oriented Financial Performance and Management (FP&M) Division within the Defence Finance Group (DFG). DFG leads financial management across Defence, delivering financial oversight, strategies, management and assistance to achieve Defence’s Intended Results.
As an APS 6 Financial Advisor in the FP&M Division you will combine your passion for finance with your passion for stakeholder management. You will have the ability to analyse and interpret financial information such as budgets and management reporting and enjoy working with others to understand complex issues, analysing results and an ability to communicate your findings. As an APS 6 Financial Analyst you will assist DFG’s clients by undertaking a range of financial analysis tasks and activities. You may also be a team coach or lead a small team and be accountable to set work priorities and manage workflows.
As you progress with FP&M Division you will have the opportunity to have a “seat at the table” with some of the most respected leaders in Australia. You will be acknowledged as an expert in your field, and expected to deliver trusted financial advice. Information you provide will be relied upon to make decisions of national significance, information that helps shape major national operations and initiatives.
By partnering with business areas you will see the direct impact of the work you deliver and how it affects broader operational outcomes. Each operational area you support helps you to build a deeper understanding of Defence’s mission, as you build your career. You will also have the opportunity to work in blended teams with diverse stakeholder groups that will challenge the way you think and help you develop stronger communication skills.
About our Team
FP&M Division delivers financial advice and performance reporting to Groups and Services, Ministers and other government departments, across all Defence programs and activities including workforce, capital, sustainment and operating budgets.
FP&M Division consists of over 470 staff working in six branches, each managing around $6 Billion per year, with embedded finance staff across the country working closely with business areas.
Principally, the Division is responsible for delivering financial management information and advice to ensure Defence leaders can make well informed decisions. Think big numbers, many complex projects running in parallel, and close public scrutiny requiring carefully managed finances.
The Finance Air Force Branch sits within the FP&M Division and provides finance support to Air Force.
Our Ideal Candidate
Do you like the idea of a role that combines a passion for finance/numbers with people?
Our ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in financial management and possess strong capabilities to analyse and interpret financial information such as budgets and management reporting. You have strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement capabilities, and you are naturally suited to explaining complex financial information to a broad range of stakeholders. You enjoy learning about the people and business areas you support and help them solve problems.
To be successful in this role you will possess and be able to maintain a positive “can-do” attitude along with the ability to demonstrate accuracy and an exceptional level of attention to detail. You will be well organised and have a willingness to learn, have an excellent work ethic and possess strong resolution skills.
Other competencies we are targeting include:
- Improvement focus, strong results orientation, and seeks to add value through improving processes and systems.
- Problem-solving skills and an analytical approach with conceptual capabilities and flexible approach.
- Strong client/customer focus, collaborative approach, adaptable and flexible.
- Ability to influence with strong written and verbal communication across a broad variety of stakeholders.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 10 August 2025
For further information please review the job information pack, reference DFG/05605/25 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=51A7409B-8679-EB19-1AA2-E405EDA30D3D
About Australian Department of Defence
Role
The primary role of Defence is to defend Australia against armed attack.
Australia's defence policy is founded on the principle of self-reliance in the direct defence of Australia, but with a capacity to do more where there are shared interests with partners and allies.
Strategic Direction
The Defence White Paper was released on 25 February 2016 together with an Integrated Investment Program and Defence Industry Policy Statement.
Defence White Papers are the Government's most important guidance about Australia's long-term defence capability. They provide an opportunity for the Government and community to understand the the opportunities and challenges for Australia's future defence and security needs.
The White Paper provides a strategy aligned with capability and resources to deliver a future force that is more capable, agile and potent and ready to respond to future challenges.
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