We are looking for a dedicated Team Leader Administrative Support with finance qualifications to join the team in Paterson.

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• 12 month full time role with the opportunity to extend
• Paterson location – Tocal Agricultural College
• Offering an attractive salary ranging from $ 106,025.00 to $ 117,363.00 pa + super

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.  

About Us 

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions.

DPIRD brings together Agriculture and Biosecurity; Forestry and Fishing; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development and Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service.

We have nearly 5,000 employees, with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW.

Within NSW DPIRD, Agriculture leads agricultural industry development through extension, science and research, industry policy and regulatory compliance functions to foster sustainable and economic agricultural industries. 

About the Role

As the Team Leader Administrative Support, a background in finance or related field is preferable and to be familiar with Australian Accounting standards.  This role provides critical financial and administrative guidance to Tocal College and its staff.  You will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the team, providing support and mentorship, monitoring and reporting.

Working as the new Team Leader Administrative Support you will: 

• Manage the financial transactions for the Tocal College, Tocal Field Days and CB Alexander Foundation and prepare detailed budgets and financial reports
• Provide budget and financial advice to College management, external auditors, advisory councils and boards
• Act as a central point of contact for student fee payers, responding to enquiries, and escalating as needed.
• Maintain an up-to-date contract management system for Tocal College contracts.
• Lead and contribute to the College’s Work Health and Safety (WHS) strategy.
• Perform the shadow Treasurer role for the Tocal Field Days Association, managing accounts, payroll, and personnel records.

Preferred Experience

• A Degree in Finance or related field
• A valid Working with Children Check (WWC)
• Demonstrated experience managing diverse activities, meeting tight deadlines, and adapting to changing schedules.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience in communicating finances to different stakeholders.  

Apply now:

All applications must be submitted online and should include your current resume and a cover letter telling us why you’re a great fit.

If you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Sandra Ognibene on Sandra.Ognibene@dpi.nsw.gov.au

Click here to view the full role description.

Applications close: Sunday 1 December 2024, 11:55pm

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. 

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 capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion.