Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.

We are committed to putting the rights and wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of what we do. We will employ the right people. We will embed a culture of self-reflection and continuous improvement. We will have the courage to change what needs to be changed. We will regularly review our policies and structures through a child and youth safety lens. Our people will be equipped with the skills to recognise and respond to signs of harm. We are growing a culture where everyone takes responsibility, shares information, and speaks up if something doesn’t seem right. Together, we’re creating a place where all children and young people are safe from harm.

We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy.

We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours - flexible options available. 

Duties

1. Manage the provision of efficient and effective budget systems and data services, including the following key annual processes:

1. Provide high level support to the preparation of the department's annual budget by coordinating the annual Enterprise Budget module processes;
2. Develop, implement and maintain systems and procedures to ensure that the Department’s budget is managed within approved allocations and to comply with legislative requirements; and
3. Co-ordinate annual salary budget formulation, including liaising with the other areas of the department and government agencies on budget formulation and monitoring issues.

2. Oversee the maintenance and development of budget systems and associated integrations or interfacing with other systems and processes, including the reconciliation of the Treasury Budget Information Management System.
3. Collaborate to provide high level support to the provision of resourcing and budget advice for key departmental initiatives and for key stakeholders.
4. Provide operational supervision of and direction to the Financial Systems team members contributing to the budget systems and data services deliverables.
5. Manage the Department’s Chart of Accounts to effectively support financial management strategies and requirements.
6. Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies, policies, guidelines and standards relevant to the effective and efficient management of the department's budget and operation of the department’s budget systems, including managing projects either alone or as a project team leader.
7. Manage and undertake complex analysis and investigation into budget systems and data services and provide high level advice to senior management, including identifying areas of opportunity and need, together with recommending and managing the implementation of solutions.
8. The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.

Desirable Requirements

Appropriate Tertiary qualifications or substantial progress towards such a qualification and membership or eligibility for membership of a relevant professional body.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 SOD -Specialist Accountant (Financial Systems) - 001901.docx

 SOD -Specialist Accountant (Financial Systems) - 001901.pdf

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.docx

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.pdf

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.  

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on (03) 6165 9920.

For more information

Adrian Lockley
Specialist Accountant (Financial Reporting and Operations)
adrian.lockley@dpac.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03) 6232 7808