Job Description
Full job description
Classification: APS Level 6
Location: Canberra - ACT
Salary: $101,322 – 110,006
THE ROLE:
Austrade is seeking an experienced Finance Advisor to join the Treasury and Financial Accounting team. You will undertake complex financial tasks and exercise autonomy in managing a key area of responsibility.
We are looking for a results-oriented person with demonstrated strong experience in finance and the ability to resolve complex financial issues as they arise.
Given our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Austrade actively encourages applications from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ people, women, and people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds for all of our roles.
Duties Include:
The responsibilities and duties of the role include, but are not limited to:
assisting with end of month internal management reporting for operating revenue and expenditure, capital and priority funding projects.
reviewing daily and monthly bank reconciliations and supporting work papers ensuring reconciliations are completed.
Assisting with cash management and payments
assisting with the annual internal budget and mid-year review processes for operating, capital and priority funding.
undertaking financial accounting and treasury procedures, including processing of journals into the financial management information system (SAP) and Central Budget Management System (CBMS).
reviewing and recording administered and departmental s74 receipts in the CBMS.
researching and analysing issues as they arise and contributing to business improvement.
leading credit card management.
reviewing and approving bank transfers and overseas payments.
supervising and reviewing work performed by APS4 and APS5, providing advice and guidance as required.
Other activities as requested by the Treasury team lead/manager
While we are aware people will utilise AI tools to assist with job applications, we need to see the candidate’s authentic responses to help us make a true assessment of the applicants applying.
CLOSING DATE:
Applications close Sunday, 1 March 2026 at 11:30pm (AEDT).
ELIGIBILITY:
Australian Citizenship - Our successful candidate must be an Australian citizen.
Security Clearance - Our successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.
Classification: APS Level 6
Location: Canberra - ACT
Salary: $101,322 – 110,006
THE ROLE:
Austrade is seeking an experienced Finance Advisor to join the Treasury and Financial Accounting team. You will undertake complex financial tasks and exercise autonomy in managing a key area of responsibility.
We are looking for a results-oriented person with demonstrated strong experience in finance and the ability to resolve complex financial issues as they arise.
Given our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Austrade actively encourages applications from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ people, women, and people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds for all of our roles.
Duties Include:
The responsibilities and duties of the role include, but are not limited to:
assisting with end of month internal management reporting for operating revenue and expenditure, capital and priority funding projects.
reviewing daily and monthly bank reconciliations and supporting work papers ensuring reconciliations are completed.
Assisting with cash management and payments
assisting with the annual internal budget and mid-year review processes for operating, capital and priority funding.
undertaking financial accounting and treasury procedures, including processing of journals into the financial management information system (SAP) and Central Budget Management System (CBMS).
reviewing and recording administered and departmental s74 receipts in the CBMS.
researching and analysing issues as they arise and contributing to business improvement.
leading credit card management.
reviewing and approving bank transfers and overseas payments.
supervising and reviewing work performed by APS4 and APS5, providing advice and guidance as required.
Other activities as requested by the Treasury team lead/manager
While we are aware people will utilise AI tools to assist with job applications, we need to see the candidate’s authentic responses to help us make a true assessment of the applicants applying.
CLOSING DATE:
Applications close Sunday, 1 March 2026 at 11:30pm (AEDT).
ELIGIBILITY:
Australian Citizenship - Our successful candidate must be an Australian citizen.
Security Clearance - Our successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Finance Advisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Finance sector. This role in Canberra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Finance is a plus.