Finance Officer – External Budgets and Revenue

Australian Department of Home Affairs

. Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to gather and analyse information for timely, accurate costings and appropriate funding outcomes .

Posted 11/8/2026full-timeAustraliaMid-LevelSenior💰 A$88,834 - A$96,829 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills and attention to detail in financial data interpretation and costings analysis. Capable of building stakeholder relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines while adhering to budget and policy processes.

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Strong Analytical SkillsExcel ProficiencyFinancial Data InterpretationStakeholder Relationship ManagementBudget Process Understanding

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Hard Skills

Costing DevelopmentFinancial ReportingInvoice VerificationAccrual PreparationFinancial Modelling

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailEffective CommunicationNegotiation SkillsResilience

Tools & Technologies

ExcelAnalytical Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) Security ClearanceEmployment Suitability Clearance (ESC)Onboarding Check

Industry Keywords

Budget Process Operational Rules (BPORS)Public Policy ProcessesCost PressuresRevenue Collection TrendsMinisterial Submissions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to gather and analyse information for timely, accurate costings and appropriate funding outcomes
Develop understanding of budget, costings, departmental and public policy processes
Build working relationships with the Department of Finance and Home Affairs Finance Division
Understand Cabinet and budget processes, including Budget Process Operational Rules (BPORS)
Deliver accurate, high-quality work within tight timeframes
Contribute to advice on New Policy Proposals, Ministerial Submissions and Cabinet Submissions related to costings
Use Excel and analytical tools to develop costings
Support analysis of revenue collection trends and emerging issues
Contribute to financial models underpinning revenue costings
Undertake invoice verification and approvals
Prepare monthly accruals and journals
Assist with financial reporting, analysis, and advice on expenditure and cost pressures
Interpret information related to policy settings and implementation arrangements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret and work with financial data
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships
Sound judgement and ability to manage competing priorities
Experience in Excel is essential
Australian citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance
ABF Workers: ability to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC)
Home Affairs Workers: ability to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check
Ability to work effectively and deliver quality outcomes with minimal supervision
Initiative, resilience, and drive to meet goals within tight timeframes
Ability to negotiate and influence effectively
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines with accuracy

Benefits

Comp & perks

15.4% superannuation
Flexible working arrangements
Relocation assistance may be provided to eligible APS employees required to relocate
Attractive remuneration package
Flexible working conditions