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Senior Finance Officer
Business Services; Customer & Business Services; Negotiable between Toowoomba, Brisbane, Bribie Island or Gympie
Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.
Are you ready to make a real impact and take your finance career to the next level?
As a Senior Finance Officer with the Department of Primary Industries (DPI), you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of Queensland’s agriculture sector, from driving accountability and transparency in budgeting to providing expert advice on complex financial matters.
This is your opportunity to lead, mentor, and collaborate with a high-performing team while delivering meaningful outcomes. Join us and be part of a diverse, purpose driven team that’s building a brighter future for Queensland and beyond!
Just imagine what you could achieve with us. #DPIcareers #passionandpurpose
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Accounting and Finance |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City,Toowoomba region,Wide Bay,Moreton Bay - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/638096/25 |
| Closing date | 03-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | 12 months with possible extension |
| Contact person | Chloe Rodwell |
| Contact details | Phone: 0488 473 335 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
As our Senior Finance Officer, you will:
• Develop and manage the annual budgeting process for business units within Agriculture, implementing procedures to maximise accountability, transparency and compliance with financial management policies, standards, and practices. Provide financial management support for funded project activities, including monthly and ad hoc financial reporting, resource planning, and the provision of complex financial advice.
• Provide leadership, management and mentoring to Finance Officers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment, building capability and delivering quality financial services.
• Identify financial, governance, administrative, and asset management issues, providing solutions, information, and undertaking rectification actions as needed. Contribute to compliance reviews and provide ongoing administrative governance advice and guidance.
• Provide expert advice and support to Team Leader, Directors, Managers and other clients to improve performance and accountability.
• Support procurement and contract management by providing specialist advice and best practice approaches to ensure quality and governance. Contract Register is accurately maintained and regularly updated for reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the development and review of finance-related resources and processes that comply with FMPM policies and procedures. Maintain a high level of quality in all duties, adhering to processes and systems while continually seeking improvements in work practices.
• Deliver advice, support, and education on DPI financial processes and procedures, ensuring new finance officers are effectively trained. Facilitate learning and development activities to enhance skills and knowledge, while educating clients to effectively manage their financial responsibilities.
• Prepare reports, briefing notes, submissions, and other correspondence on complex financial and procurement matters, ensuring high quality and timeliness. Actively participate in strategic and operational planning for the finance unit, identifying and recommending systems and process improvements.
• Communicate and liaise with clients and staff at all levels within CBS and external groups to maintain and build relationships, resolve issues, and ensure effective collaboration.
• Undertake financial tasks, projects, and other duties as directed, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the finance unit.
Essential requirements
• Knowledge of Common Reporting Program (CRP) or similar programs, Departmental FMPM and Queensland Procurement Policy.
• Knowledge and experience utilising various software packages including SAP, SharePoint, PowerBI, and Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
You will also bring
• A positive and adaptable attitude, demonstrating teamwork and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment.
Why work for us
Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.
• Work with passion and purpose
• Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow
• Enjoy interesting, diverse work
• Follow your path wherever it leads
• Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive
• Be part of our one, diverse DPI
Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/638096/25
Closing Date: Tuesday, 3 June 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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