Ao8 Finance Manager

Description:

About the Company
The Fire Ant Eradication Program, led by the Queensland Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, is the largest biosecurity response of its kind in Australia. With a mission to protect Queensland’s environment, economy and public health from the spread of invasive fire ants, the program brings together leading scientific, operational, and community engagement expertise. As part of Biosecurity Queensland within the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF), the program upholds values of integrity, innovation, accountability and service. Employees benefit from a highly collaborative culture, meaningful work, and a shared commitment to safeguarding Queensland’s future.
The Opportunity
This is a critical leadership opportunity for a high-performing finance professional to join the Fire Ant Eradication Program as AO8 Finance Manager for a six-month term. Based in Berrinba, you will lead the Finance and Governance function and support the strategic and operational delivery of one of Queensland’s most significant environmental programs.
In this role, you will:

• Lead and manage the Finance and Governance team across finance, budget, and assets;
• Provide expert advice on governance, compliance, and financial frameworks;
• Collaborate with senior leaders to evaluate and deliver business support services;
• Drive process improvement and efficiency across financial systems and reporting; and
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders across government and partner bodies.

Required Experience
This role requires a confident, technically skilled finance leader with strong public sector knowledge and the ability to provide high-level advice and oversight across governance and finance.
You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in government finance and governance roles;
• Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Excel, and Word;
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities;
• Expertise in policy, compliance, and strategic financial planning; and
• Excellent written communication skills, particularly in briefings and reporting.

Highly desirable:
Knowledge of Power BI and data visualisation tools
Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior role within a high-impact program. With a generous hourly rate and the chance to shape governance and finance strategy, this role offers exposure to complex public sector operations and cross-agency partnerships. You’ll work onsite in a modern facility with a supportive and committed team, contributing to one of the most significant environmental biosecurity initiatives in the country.
How to Apply
For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Celine Di Lauro at u&u on celine.dilauro@uandu.com quoting reference number 40943.
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