APS6 External Budget Officer

Support budget estimates, policy costings and executive advice in a high-profile APS6 role.

Your new employer
Join a prominent Federal Government department responsible for providing advice on significant economic and financial matters. You will work within an experienced finance function that supports complex budget processes and senior decision-makers.
Your new role
As an APS6 External Budget Officer, you will support the management of departmental budget estimates and provide informed advice across the Commonwealth Budget cycle.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and reviewing budget estimate models
• Maintaining accurate estimates data in the Central Budget Management System and internal budgeting systems
• Supporting business areas to develop policy costings for Cabinet Submissions and New Policy Proposals
• Advising business areas and executives on Commonwealth Budget processes
• Contributing to Portfolio Budget Statements and Additional Estimates Statements
• Preparing briefs on budget processes, estimates and costing matters for senior executives and Ministers
• Building effective relationships with internal stakeholders and central agencies

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this APS6 External Budget Officer position, you will require:

• Professional accounting qualifications, or progress towards certification
• Strong analytical capability and proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Confident written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to deliver accurate work in a high-tempo environment
• Experience with government budgeting processes and financial frameworks

What you'll get in return
You will have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to high-profile Commonwealth Budget activities
• Strengthen your external budgeting and policy costing experience
• Work closely with senior executives, business areas and central agencies
• Build specialist capability within a complex Federal Government environment
• Join an experienced and professional finance team

What you need to do now
If youre interested in this role, forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Alden on 6112 7698 or alden.soe@hays.com.au for a confidential discussion.#3019132