Are you an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment continually seeking improvement and innovation?

Working in the Finance and Administration team in Ministerial Services, the Senior Finance Advisor plays a key role in providing client-focused finance advice and guidance. You will be involved in delivering a range of high-quality financial services focusing on budgeting and reporting.

There is an opportunity to assist in developing and implementing modern management accounting policy and reporting providing more timely and meaningful reporting to end users.

Job details

About us:
At the Department of the Premier and Cabinet, our primary responsibility is to provide support and guidance to the Premier and Cabinet to effectively deliver on the Government's priorities, commitments, decisions, and objectives for the betterment of the community. The Ministerial Services team is a part of People and Services, within the Governance and Engagement Division. We provide support to Ministerial Offices and the Office of the Leader of the Opposition, prioritising excellence in service provision and high performance.

As the Senior Finance Advisor, you will:
• Contribute to the provision of effective business and financial planning processes
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and high standards of client service.
• Provide high-quality strategic advice and timely reports on the operation of Ministerial Offices and the Office of the Leader of the Opposition.
• Lead the annual budget preparation process including contributing to budget submissions, briefing notes and costing models on a range of financial management and budget reporting matters.
• Lead the monthly financial reporting process and contribute as required to the annual financial reporting and audit process.
• Maintain and develop relationships with key stakeholders such as Queensland Treasury, Queensland Shared Services, Ministerial Offices and the Queensland Audit Office regarding finance related matters.
• Contribute to the development of and adherence to best practice financial policies, procedures and systems in accordance with requirements of relevant legislation and internal guidelines.
• Contribute to team wellbeing and capability to create a positive environment, respectful of the views of others across the Ministerial Services team.

Benefits:
As part of our team, you will be provided with comprehensive support to help you achieve your professional development goals. You will have the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art building situated on the river's edge. We take pride in offering first-class facilities to all our employees, and we prioritise their well-being through our flexible working arrangements and the DPC's Health, Safety, and Wellbeing program.

Further information:
DPC's primary responsibility is to provide support and guidance to the Premier and Cabinet to effectively deliver on government's priorities, commitments, decisions and objectives for the betterment of the community. In this role you will embody and bring to life our guiding principles:
• Bold but faithful
• We deliver
• Back the facts
• Engage and collaborate
• Lift each other up

We're looking for the best suited applicant for this role and to do this we'll assess your eligibility and ability to meet the requirements of the role (including where relevant, the way you've carried out previous positions). We'll also consider how you can make contributions to our department and support our commitment to equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion.
If you would like to know more about the role, please do not hesitate to contact Rosie Turnbull on 0457 525 325 or rosie.turnbull@premiers.qld.gov.au

For further information on the responsibilities of the role and details of how to apply,please refer to the role description and applicant guide.
Additional support and/or reasonable adjustments during this recruitment process is available by contacting the hiring manager to discuss your individual requirements.

Applications remain open for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference:  QLD/655406/25
Closing Date: Wednesday, 3 September  2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• DPC - Candidate Information Pack (Word, 461KB)
  
  
  655406 25 - Role Description (PDF, 293KB)