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<ul> <li>Location - ACT</li> <li>Australian Citizens with NV1 Clearance</li> <li>Length of Contract: 17 months</li> <li>The role closes on 11th March 2026</li> </ul> <strong>Desired experience:</strong><br> <ul> <li>Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Defence accounting and financial systems functions.</li> <li>Prior demonstrated Defence ERP experience is highly desirable.</li> <li>Ability to develop, implement and review financial policies and procedures relevant to SPO operations.</li> <li>Actively managing key stakeholder expectations and requirements to develop and communicate methodologies and practices to achieve outcomes.</li> <li>Analyse complex to very complex financial management issues within CJC03, conduct investigations, determine financial risks and apply expertise to design, recommend and implement solutions.</li> <li>Ability to review, develop and implement financial and procurement guidance, processes, instructions and templates to support consistency and financial compliance across the SPO.</li> <li>Ability to undertake financial reporting and analysis to support the SPOD, IPM and Commercial Officers.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in Defence audit processes, financial investigations and remediation.</li> <li>Provide financial training and/or advice where required and assist with the development of budget estimate documentation and management.</li> <li>Strong written and oral communication skills.</li> <li>Demonstrated eye for detail and meticulous record keeping.</li> <li>Ability to adapt to change and manage competing priorities.</li> <li>Ability to Supervise/Manage a Finance Officer during peak periods.</li> <li>Ability to proactively note changes to Finance policy and explain/integrate into SPO/section processes correctly.</li> </ul> <strong>Highly Desirable:</strong><br> <ul> <li>Qualifications in Finance.</li> <li>Experience working in support of a Systems Program Office.</li> </ul> <strong>Essential requirements:</strong><br> <ul> <li>Sound working knowledge of the FMA, PGPA and CPR's in relation to Defence financial transactions.</li> <li>In-depth knowledge of, and experience in, financial processes and systems used across Defence - SAP, ROMAN, BORIS etc.</li> </ul> <strong>Additional Criteria:</strong><br> <ul> <li>DSS -1.2 Project Management Services &amp; Support - L3</li> <li>SFIA Skill Code - Project management PRMG - L4</li> </ul> <strong>Please contact [email protected]&nbsp;or simply click apply to submit your application&nbsp;</strong><br>&nbsp;<br><strong>"We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations Australians, Australian Defence Force and First Responder veterans, women in STEM, and people of all abilities, including those registered with the NDIS."</strong><br>&nbsp;<br><em>ARIS ZINC GROUP offers an end-to-end service approach with unique combination of expertise in recruiting, IT consulting and payroll services in the Canberra, Sydney and Brisbane markets. We champion people first, empowering them to take charge of their own aspirations and professional futures.</em><br>&nbsp;<br><em>ARIS ZINC GROUP encourages diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including people living with a disability.</em>

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