Australian Federal Police | Finance Team Member, Band 5 Cfo

AFP BAND & SALARY -Band 05 ($99,285.00 - $107,559.00)
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER
- 13972
This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.
Did you know?
The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia.
It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.
Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career.
Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.
We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:
Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year
18 days of paid personal leave per year
Generous superannuation of 15.4%
16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
What will you do?
Successful candidates will be invited to fill various vacancies in the following areas:
Finance Business Partners
support business units of the AFP to manage their budget and finances effectively through timely and accurate advice and analysis.
Core duties include regular analysis and presentation of financial information to support business area decision making.
Finance Business Partners also assist with the development, implementation and management of internal budgets.
Financial Statements Team Members
ensure the integrity of the AFP's financial information in SAP and compliance with statutory reporting requirements.
Core duties include oversighting the accuracy of the AFP's general ledger including month end processes, and ensuring financial statements comply with relevant requirements including Public Governance Performance and Accountability, Financial Reporting Rule 2015 (FRR) and Australian Accounting Standards and Interpretations.
Taxation Team Members
predominantly focus on ensuring compliance with the AFP's taxation obligations and providing a suitable level of support for the AFP and its members deployed to missions internationally.
Core duties include advice to support areas where required, liaison with key stakeholders with information needs including the Australian Taxation Office and lodgement of required statutory reports.
Success in the role requires a comprehensive knowledge of FBT requirements for large employers.
Investment Plan Team Members
provide a suitable level of support for the key stakeholders of the AFP's Investment Plan and assist in the management of their budget through timely and accurate data analysis.
Core duties include the oversight of the integrity of the SAP Investment Plan structure and SAS Reporting tool, including relevant month end processes.
Team members assist with the development and implementation of the Investment Plan and should have a good understanding of the Asset Management Policy.
External Budgets Team Members
are responsible for preparing costings for New Policy Proposals and managing the AFP external budget.
Team members assist with the preparation of the Portfolio Budget Statements, Portfolio Additional Estimates and Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook.
Duties also include putting adjustments through the Central Budget Management System (CBMS), writing briefs for Senate Estimates, and other Federal Budget matters.
Success in this role requires strong communication skills to liaise with both internal and external stakeholders.
What is the role?
Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for a role in the Finance and Budget Management Branch.
The Finance and Budget Management Branch is responsible for the provision of efficient, effective and compliant financial management and advice across the AFP.
The branch has a number of current and anticipated vacancies available at the band 5 level.
Members will be required to work effectively in small teams under the direction of Team Leaders.
You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments.
It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.
You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Relevant tertiary qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.
The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Existing or working towards relevant professional qualifications (CA/CPA) would be highly regarded but not essential.
Additional Information
These roles are based in Canberra and applicants are expected to work from this location.
These roles are AFP Band 5 level roles.
Selection Criteria
Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes.
Communicating and working effectively with other people.
Applying technical knowledge, expertise and skills.
Application
Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:
Resume/CV
- This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences.
Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
Applicant pitch
(maximum two pages).
Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.
Employment Suitability
Should you successfully progress from the application stage, all applicants must:
Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship.
This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity.
Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application.
Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs.
This sample could include urine, saliva or hair.
Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used) will be required if an offer of employment is made.
Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.
Recruitment Process
Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application may be invited to a formal interview.
Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities.
These could include behavioural based scenario questions.
Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger.
As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
Contacts and Closing Information
Contact Officer Phone:
(02) 5126 2050,
Applications Close:
11:59pm (AEDT) 20/01/2025
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