Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

The core responsibilities and primary duties for this position within Australian War Memorial include:

• Under broad direction, the Deputy Chief Finance Officer is responsible for:
• Providing authoritative financial advice, analysis and strategic guidance to the Chief Finance Officer and senior leaders to support informed decision-making and organisational performance.
• Leading the Memorial's management accounting, budgeting and forecasting functions, ensuring resources are aligned with strategic priorities and organisational objectives.
• Assessing the financial implications, risks and opportunities associated with major initiatives, commercial activities and investment decisions, and contributing to organisational strategy development.
• Leading the preparation and management of the Memorial's external budget processes, including CBMS submissions and compliance with Budget Process Operational Rules (BPORs).
• Managing relationships with portfolio agencies and the Department of Finance, including the development of key budget documents such as Portfolio Budget Statements and New Policy Proposals.
• Overseeing appropriations management, cash flow forecasting and investment recommendations to support the Memorial's financial sustainability and stewardship obligations.
• Monitoring, analysing and reporting on organisational financial performance, identifying emerging issues, risks and opportunities, and recommending appropriate actions.
• Leading and developing the Management and Financial Accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, accountability and professional excellence.
• Driving improvements to financial systems, processes, reporting and governance frameworks to enhance organisational effectiveness and decision-making.

Mandatory Eligibility & Security Clearance

Applicants must satisfy the following statutory and organizational requirements:

• Citizenship: Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, candidates must generally be Australian citizens to be eligible for engagement.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance (Baseline, Negative Vetting 1, or Negative Vetting 2 as required by the agency).
• Probationary Period: Employment may be subject to a probationary period, character checks, and pre-engagement screening.
• Tertiary qualification in accounting or related business degree.
• Current CPA or CA qualification.
• RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the advertising agency.

Working Arrangements & Public Sector Benefits

Work Model: Flexible. Details: This position requires successful applicants to work on site.

Australian Public Service positions provide comprehensive Commonwealth benefits including a standard 15.4% employer superannuation contribution, attractive leave provisions, and structured career progression pathways across the Australian Public Service.