• Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Temporary up to January 2026
• Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour
• Clerk Grade 9/10 – Salary starting from $125,693.00
  
  

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About the Role

This professional development opportunity is available within the Business Operations Branch of Reform & Engagement within the Fisheries and Forestry Group. The Senior Project Officer Finance, is critical to the timely delivery of financial administration, having direct interface across the Fisheries & Forestry Group.

As a Senior Project Officer Finance, you’ll take charge of a wide range of financial and business operations, including:

• Managing end-to-end budgeting and capital project cycles, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget – especially across the Fisheries and Forestry Trust Companies.
• Preparing compelling financial reports and monthly commentaries that support strategic decision-making and drive performance.
• Championing financial governance, compliance, and quality to support transparency and public trust.
• Overseeing and implementing financial and business improvement initiatives, advising on best practices and supporting collaborative team success.
• Evaluating performance processes and develop smarter financial and asset monitoring systems that deliver real results across Fisheries and Forestry.

About You
You’re a natural problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments. We’re looking for someone with:

• Proven experience in financial and project management
• Confidence working in a tight-knit team where adaptability and initiative are key
• A knack for juggling competing priorities, responding to changing demands, and consistently delivering under pressure
• An eye for improvement, and the drive to make business processes smarter, faster, and more effective

Applying is easy!

Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Alison McCallum via alison.mccallum@dpi.nsw.gov.au

Applications close: Monday 5 May 2025 – 11.55pm AEST

What to expect next
Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check, health assessment, and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

This is an internal EOI opportunity. To be considered for an ongoing appointment applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalent or higher grade than this advertised vacancy (Clerk Grade 9/10) OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher. Alternatively, if you do not meet the requirement for an ongoing appointment, you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months.