Job description
We are partnering with a Federal Government Department to engage an experienced APS6 Program Support Officer – Finance. This role provides high-quality financial, analytical and program support across multiple program areas, helping drive effective decision-making and ensuring strong financial governance. This is a 12‑month contract with possible extension.
Key Responsibilities
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion, please contact Sophie at DFP Recruitment- shaines@dfp.com.au, or please submit your CV by clicking APPLY NOW
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and provide advice on financial matters including budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
- Investigate and resolve complex financial issues to support program delivery and informed decision‑
- Uplift financial capability and literacy across program areas by improving processes, systems and reporting.
- Prepare briefing materials, submissions, reports and correspondence for senior executives.
- Ensure compliance with governance requirements, delegations, policies, legislation and regulatory frameworks.
- Provide strategic financial and operational advice to internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute flexibly to section and branch priorities and undertake additional tasks when needed.
- Strong understanding of Commonwealth Financial and Budgeting Frameworks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic environments.
- Strong organisational and time‑management skills with high attention to detail.
- Well‑developed stakeholder engagement and relationship‑building skills.
- Ability to interpret and analyse financial and numerical data.
- Demonstrated strategic thinking, initiative and problem‑solving capability.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
- Competency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint and records management systems.
- Experience supporting or delivering projects or programs within a PMO or project support environment.
- Understanding of ICT operations in medium–large organisations, including managing resources and budgets.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion, please contact Sophie at DFP Recruitment- shaines@dfp.com.au, or please submit your CV by clicking APPLY NOW
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
