Senior Financial Accountant

Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Sydney, NSW A$129,464 p/a Hybrid Posted 1 day ago Join us in driving impactful change by transforming the NSW electricity system Lead the implementation of the Network Infrastructure Strategy to providing 20 year blueprint for the transformation of the NSW electricity system The EnergyCo Finance and Operations team is hiring Ongoing fulltime role at 35 hours per week plus FlexTime Sydney CBD location & Hybrid working from home and office supported Salary range from $129,464 to $142,665 plus super and leave loading EnergyCo NSW is spearheading the transition to renewable energy to deliver clean electricity to the people of NSW as coal-fired power stations near closure. About the Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to play a pivotal role in supporting EnergyCo’s mission to deliver the NSW Government’s ambitious electricity infrastructure agenda. As Senior Financial Accountant, you will operate as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and the Chief Financial Officer, contributing high-quality financial management, analysis and reporting within a collaborative Finance team. You will help ensure the organisation’s operational and commercial outcomes are achieved in a compliant, ethical and strategically sound manner, while upholding NSW public sector values and influencing decisions that shape the future of the state’s energy system. About You Ideally, you bring deep knowledge of NSW Government Sector finance legislation, directions and policies, alongside a strong command of Australian Accounting Standards. With a proven track record delivering high-quality financial reports, budgets and project performance insights, you are confident operating in environments with constrained funding envelopes and complex cashflow requirements. Your ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable advice ensures stakeholders are always equipped to make informed decisions. Highly skilled in the technical delivery of financial accounting, you excel in preparing monthly journals, internal and external reporting packs, managing stakeholder queries, reviewing reconciliations and overseeing general ledger integrity. You are an experienced user of the Prime system and understand the NSW Treasury reporting and budgeting processes. With a can-do attitude, you thrive during year-end, coordinating early close and audit processes, preparing statutory financial statements, liaising with external auditors and implementing recommendations with diligence. Your strengths include developing accounting policies, managing compliance with professional and statutory standards, enhancing financial systems and controls and fostering strong, collaborative relationships, The above skills will ensure you are able to contribute meaningfully to a positive, high‑performing team culture. Degree qualification in Commerce or Business, and membership of CPA Australia or the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Financial Accountant Who we are? The Energy Corporation of NSW (EnergyCo) is a statutory corporation established under the Energy and Utilities Administration Act 1987 and governed by its Board, appointed by the Minister for Energy. EnergyCo is a Staff Agency employing all EnergyCo staff and is an agency related to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW). EnergyCo plays a pivotal role in the NSW Government’s Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap, which aims to transform the state’s electricity system into one that is cheap, clean, and reliable. As Infrastructure Planner under the Electricity Infrastructure Investment Act 2020, EnergyCo is responsible for leading the delivery of the State’s first five Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) and the first two priority transmission infrastructure projects (PTIPs), which are located in the Central-West Orana, New England, South West, Hunter-Central Coast, and Illawarra regions. We work closely with communities, investors, and industry to investigate, plan, recommend and coordinate generation, storage and network infrastructure projects. 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 cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role. Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role. Applications close 11:55pm Sunday 14th December 2025 at 11:55PM. Please note that the Department will be closed from Wednesday, 24 December 2025 to Sunday, 11 January 2026. During the Department closure, the Talent Acquisition Team will take annual leave, and no recruitment actions will take place. Recruitment for this position will recommence from Monday, 12 January 2026. Should you require further information about the role please contact Grace Liang, Manager Financial Accounting via (email protected) 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? Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. How we encourage and support people with disability Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace. If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing (email protected) or contacting Amy Clifton, Talent Acquisition Specialist on (email protected) or on (please mention reference number ). If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Guide for Aboriginal Applicants to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), YouTube and LinkedIn. About Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Albury, NSW, Australia This company does not have any further information provided at this time. We encourage you to research the company by searching for them to learn more about their culture and values before applying for the role. Looking for More Opportunities? Explore more jobs with upfront salary details that respect your worth. Senior Climate Accounting & Reporting Officer #J-18808-Ljbffr