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Exciting opportunity to join the Cemeteries & Crematoria NSW team

• Project Officer – Finance
• Ongoing Full Time Opportunity
• Office location – Parramatta, other NSW office locations considered
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $110,266 to $122,058 + super

Cemeteries & Crematoria NSW (CCNSW) is a statutory agency created in 2014 under the Cemeteries and Crematoria Act 2013 to support and regulate cemetery and crematoria operators in NSW and provide information on burial and cremation options to the public.

CCNSW is leading the transformation of the interment sector so that all people in NSW have access to sustainable, affordable and culturally appropriate services which are provided in a consistent, transparent and accountable manner.

This involves implementing a new licensing scheme for operators of cemeteries and crematoria, monitoring their compliance with new licence conditions, developing policies and regulations in response to emerging issues, and exploring future directions for the sector.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an energised agency delivering new projects to meet clearly defined strategic priorities.  The team is collaborative, responsive, customer and delivery-focused.  It works in a fast-paced and dynamic area of policy and regulation. 

The role

The Project Officer Finance role undertakes and coordinates the financial aspects of development, implementation and evaluation of projects and initiatives to support the financial management of the agency and achievement of financially sound organisational objectives, and provides customer service by responding to complaints and inquiries.

The role assists with timely and accurate levy collection, supports financial assurance and audit activities, responds to inquiries and complaints, liaises with key stakeholders, maintains strong internal controls and provides insights to support regulatory and operational decision-making by the agency. 

For more information read the full Role Description:  Project Officer Finance

What you will bring to the role

• Awareness of regulatory policy development, implementation and review.
• Financial analysis and data literacy skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office suite
• Team player with the ability to thrive in a multi-skilled team environment.

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

About us

CCNSW is part of the Crown Lands and Public Spaces Group located within the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI). DPHI improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11:55pm, Sunday 21st July 2025

Should you require further information about the role please contact Mukesh Baluja via mukesh.baluja@cemeteries.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways tea