EMPLOYMENT

About the Department Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us. Your Responsibilities As the Senior Finance Officer, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: * Contribute to the delivery of robust, high quality financial performance reporting for the department. * Contribute to the preparation of the department's general purpose and specific purpose financial statements in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, relevant financial management legislation and Treasury and departmental guidelines. * Prepare financial reconciliations, raising journal entries and working papers and implementing appropriate policies, systems, procedures and practices to ensure the integrity of the department's general ledger system. * Undertake complex research activities and prepare submissions, reports and briefing materials for senior officers and forums on financial policy and management issues. * Assist in the preparation and maintenance of desk manuals and other administration documents. * Assist with the development and implementation of financial and operational policies, procedures and practices which facilitate and support financial management within the department. * Actively contribute to the success of the team by complying with departmental standards and branch protocols, and working responsibly either alone or with others. * Excellent time management, problem solving and communication skills as well as possess ability to manage deliverables with conflicting priorities. Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position. Interested? To Apply * Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). * Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) outlining your skills and abilities relevant to the role and why you are interested in and applying for the role. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.