The Queensland Family & Child Commission has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Advisor, Finance and Procurement to join our team.

In this role, you will lead the Commission's finance, procurement and contract management functions to ensure the Commission has sound frameworks that achieve compliance with statutory and other financial and procurement requirements including the Financial Accountability Act 2009, whole of Government policies and the Commission's Financial Management Practice Manual.

Working with the leadership team, you will deliver high level financial accounting, financial management and advisory services, including leading the development of the Commission's financial statements.

Job details

The Corporate Services division is a client-focused, high-performing division delivering quality services across the Commission. The division enables the Commission to deliver on its functions by building organisational capability and integrity through leadership in financial management, human resources, governance, information technology, and stewardship of the Queensland Child Death Register. This ensures strong internal operations and professional, accountable government interactions.

Within the Corporate Services division, the Finance and Business Services team is responsible for managing and overseeing all matters relating to the financial, procurement, contract management and facilities functions within the Commission. Our aim is to ensure the effective and ethical use of public resources, and compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements, while supporting the strategic objectives and positive culture of the Commission.

In this role you will have the following responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Lead the preparation and coordination of annual budgets and quarterly budget reviews, including the preparation and submission of financial and staffing data in the Queensland Treasury reporting tool FRaMES.
• Lead the delivery of the Commission's month-end financial reporting, including forecast reporting, coordinating the completion of monthly reconciliations, accruals and other necessary ledger adjustments, ensuring accuracy and integrity of the financial management systems.
• Analyse financial information, identifying trends, issues and opportunities to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide expert financial advice to management on budget development, forecasting, cost pressures, risks and other financial performance and management matters.
• Develop, implement and maintain the Commission's financial management policies and procedures to ensure the Commission is complaint with legislation, government policies and standards.
• Provide authoritative advice to Commission staff on procurement and contract management processes and compliance in line with policies and guidelines.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement and contract management processes, systems and governance and accurately maintain the Commissions contract register.
• Other activities as required to support the effective delivery of finance and business services functions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the Commission, with our administering agency, and across government, particularly with Queensland Treasury and the Queensland Audit Office.
• Provide functional leadership, guidance, and mentoring to finance and business services staff, fostering capability development and consistent practice.
• Foster a workplace culture that supports and promotes diversity and inclusion in everyday work, by building a workforce that represents and reflects the diverse views, experiences and backgrounds of the community we serve.
• Create a supportive environment where people are treated with respect and are recognised and rewarded for their achievements and performance.

Non-mandatory requirements: While not mandatory, a relevant qualification and/or previous experience in a similar role would be highly regarded.

Working with Children Clearance: Potential applicants are advised that the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening Act 2000) requires the Commission to seek a “working with children check' from Queensland Blue Card Services. The Commission will facilitate the applicants obtaining the above check if required.

• Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar).
• Appointments are subject to criminal history checks in accordance with section 52 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
• Prior to appointment, current and previous public sector employees are required to disclose any history of serious disciplinary action in accordance with section 71 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
• All employees are required to disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with section 89, 182 or 183 of the Public Sector Act 2022.

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Further information

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

Documents

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

• QFCC695053 Principal Advisor, Finance and Procurement - RD (PDF, 305KB)
  Role Description
  
  Queensland Family & Child Commission Applicant Pack (PDF, 809KB)
  Application Kit