Manage the human, physical and financial resources of the Government Finance and Accounting Branch. Provide strategic direction and advice on the management of whole of government financial accounting and reporting activities. This includes formulating and providing high level policy advice on accounting standards, financial management reform and financial legislation for the General Government Sector.

About you

In the context of the selection criteria, to be successful in the position applicants will have:

• a clearly demonstrated capability to lead and manage a large team of professionals across a diverse range of policy related issues in the face of competing demands; tight deadlines; and with limited resources;
• highly developed interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with a proven track record of successfully influencing strategic outcomes across multiple and diverse stakeholder groups while retaining high levels of trust and credibility; and
• the ability to provide high level policy direction and strategic leadership on complex and technical issues related to whole of government accounting and financial reporting.

About us

Treasury is a small (350+) central government agency that provides economic, financial, and policy advice and services to support the Tasmanian Government priorities and improve the wellbeing of the Tasmanian community.

We offer flexible work arrangements, job rotation, generous leave provisions (including purchased leave, 18 weeks paid parental leave, gender affirmation, disability, and Aboriginal cultural leave), incremental pay increases, and a supportive culture where you can reach your potential.

You can hear from Treasury staff here - Staff Insights | Treasury and Finance Tasmania

Find out more about working at Treasury here - Working at Treasury | Treasury and Finance Tasmania

We welcome applications from a diverse range of applicants. We want candidates to reach their full potential in interview and recruitment activities. That’s why we make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to enable people with disability, illness, and injury to fully participate. Please tell us what supports or adjustments you need to fully participate in the process.

Period of Appointment

As soon as possible for a period of up to 12 months. 

Hours per fortnight

Up to 73.5 - hours flexible - talk to us about how this could work for you. We are open to considering a range of flexible work options including part-time hours.

Highly Desirable Requirements

Completion of relevant tertiary or industry qualifications, and/or professional affiliation.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

Please download the Statement of Duties, Advice to Applicants and Frequently Asked Questions below:

 722224 - Statement of Duties - Director, Government Finance and Accounting.docx

 722224 - Statement of Duties - Director, Government Finance and Accounting.pdf

 Advice to Applicants - Treasury.pdf

 Advice to Applicants - Treasury.DOCX

How to apply

We strongly encourage you to chat to the person listed below to gain a good understanding of the role and how it fits with your career.

To apply, please provide a copy of your current Resume and Short Form Application (maximum 2 pages) outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties. Refer to the 'Advice to Applicants' documents for further information.

To submit your application, please click the blue "Apply Now" button. You will be prompted to complete an online application form and to attach your Resume and your two page Short Form Application (please note that you can upload .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, and .txt file types only). Referee details are submitted as part of the online application process, so ensure you have the contact details for two referees before doing this.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment via email recruitment@treasury.tas.gov.au before the closing date.

For more information

Eleanor Patterson
Acting Deputy Secretary, Budget and Finance Division 
Email: Eleanor.Patterson@treasury.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03) 6145 5815