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- Are you a finance professional who enjoys building strong partnerships, providing meaningful insights and helping leaders make informed decisions?
- Ongoing full-time opportunity, 35 hrs/week
- Parramatta based, flexible hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience starting from $116,981 to 129,491 + super and leave loading
We are looking for a Business Advisor to join our Business Advisory team at the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW). This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with a diverse range of stakeholders, providing expert financial advice, reporting and analysis that supports business performance and strategic decision-making.
About the role
As a Business Advisor, you will partner with business leaders to understand their priorities, identify opportunities and risks, and deliver solutions that contribute to organisational success. You will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, financial analysis and business improvement initiatives, while building strong relationships with stakeholders across the department.
We are seeking someone who is proactive, relationship-focused and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will be comfortable managing competing priorities, working both independently and collaboratively, and translating complex financial information into practical business insights that support informed decision-making.
About You
You are a curious and motivated finance professional with a positive mindset and a willingness to learn. You enjoy working collaboratively, building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes.
You will bring:
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and financial analysis.
- Strong analytical skills, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated stakeholder management skills, with experience working across multiple business areas and balancing competing deadlines and priorities.
- Experience identifying and delivering finance-related initiatives in partnership with stakeholders to improve business performance and support organisational objectives.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations and provide practical and effective solutions.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using financial systems such as SAP. Experience with MWZ, PRIME, CM9 and CM10 will be highly regarded.
Essential Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
- Eligibility for membership of CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ).
For more information read the full Role Description: Business Advisor
Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and a single page cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday, 02 Aug 2026 at 11:55 PM
Should you require further information about the role please contact Kareena Griffith, Senior Business Advisor via Kareena.Griffith@dcceew.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.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting (Nivya Shetty) via nivya.shetty@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or 0437 224 498 (please mention reference number 551497)
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