EL1 Assistant Director

Job Description

Position Title : EL1 Assistant Director – Financial Operations

Employment Type : Ongoing (Permanent)

Location : Canberra, ACT

Salary : $127,621 – $140,143 + 15.4% superannuation

Security Clearance / Requirements : Baseline clearance (or ability to obtain)

ABOUT THE ROLE

An exciting EL1 opportunity is now available for an experienced and strategic Assistant Director  to join a key government department. Reporting to the Director, Financial Operations, you will lead a small team across Treasury and Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Travel.

This role is ideal for a collaborative and driven leader with a passion for financial governance, compliance, and service delivery. You will use your expertise to shape financial operations, drive continuous improvement, and support high-quality decision-making within a fast-paced and high-impact environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, supervise and develop a team of Team Leaders and finance professionals

Oversee all Financial Operations activities across AP, AR, Treasury and Travel

Provide high-level advice on financial matters to the Director and senior stakeholders

Interpret and apply relevant Commonwealth financial legislation and frameworks

Maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Manage workloads and priorities across the team to ensure timely and quality outcomes

Conduct quality assurance checks on reconciliations, journals and reporting

Drive business improvements and ensure policies and procedures are current and compliant

Prepare and oversee end-of-month financial activities and reports

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

At least 5 years’ experience in Financial Operations within government or a large organisation

Minimum 3 years’ experience leading teams or managing staff

Strong understanding of Commonwealth financial frameworks and legislation

Experience using financial systems such as CBMS, TechnologyOne, and Excel

Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills

Qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or Business (Diploma or Degree) preferred

ELIGIBILITY

Australian Citizenship required

Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance

Apply now or contact Rebecca Cosan on (02) 6260 8888 at SOS Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

SOS Recruitment is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and equity in employment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, women, individuals with family responsibilities, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of faith, and members of the LGBTIQ+ community.