EL1 Systems Accountant

Job Req ID Home Affairs -  Location ACT; NSW; VIC   Employment Type Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time  Classification Executive Level 1 - $115,443.00 and $134,865.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata) Contact Officer Matthew Wilson on or    Office Arrangements Onsite; Flexible - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.  Applications close on 9/12/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted. About our opportunity This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s the ACT, NSW or VIC.  Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.  About our team Chief Operating Officer Group | Finance Division | Financial Operations | Financial Systems, Fleet and Travel Join a team of knowledgeable professionals in Financial Operations Branch who are responsible for: Financial, asset and taxation accounting including the production of financial statements Financial governance frameworks and financial systems Travel, credit cards and accounts payable Financial learning and development. Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force Our ideal candidate Our ideal candidate is looking to join a great team of highly performing professionals working in a challenging and flexible environment. If you: Are a self-starter with a high level of technical expertise Have relevant qualifications and/or experience Possess an eagerness to enhance the future of finance Have high-level interpersonal, stakeholder engagement and communication skills; and Are an enthusiastic team player with strong leadership and staff management attributes We're keen to have you to join us Duties and responsibilities Provide strong leadership to the Systems Accounting team and provide advice to the Director to determine the strategic direction of the financial system and translating this into operational priorities Prepare complex advice relating to financial systems accounting practices or financial operational impacts and lead continuous financial improvement process initiative that contribute to the development of effective and efficient financial processes in the Department Provide advice on the impacts business process changes have on the financial system to stakeholders and the Executive Anticipate and assess the impact of changes in Government financial policy on the financial system and initiate and contribute to appropriate responses Manage or undertake ad hoc tasks of a trouble-shooting nature where accounting or financial system issues arise Additional information Applicants must have a good working knowledge of the components of SAP, including the Financial Modules. The following skills and experience are highly desirable: Project management skills and experience Analytical skill to understand business issues and to and consider solutions objectively Experience in leading a team in a changing environment Experience in implementing financial system changes and related business process change Experience managing the competing needs of stakeholders to reach an agreed solution. The following qualifications are highly desirable: A degree in finance, accounting, public policy, public administration, law, economics, data science, information technology or other relevant qualifications Accounting qualifications (CA or CPA). How to apply Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 9/12/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted. As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining: How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number –  in the document footer. ​​​​​​​Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification. Eligibility To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen. The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:  ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC). Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.  In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.   Diversity and inclusion The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply. RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: Technical assistance For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance: Email: Phone: (within Australia) or +61 (outside of Australia) Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours. Notes The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS. The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement. Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at