APS6/EL1 External Budget Officer

Drive Commonwealth Budget outcomes through estimates, forecasting and funding strategy.

Your new employer
This opportunity sits within a large Federal Government organisation that delivers high-profile programs with national impact. Joining a collaborative finance team, you'll work closely with senior stakeholders to influence funding decisions and contribute to key Commonwealth Budget outcomes.
Your new role
As an APS6/EL1 External Budget Officer, you will play a critical role in supporting the agency through major budget milestones, including Budget, Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) and Estimates processes.Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining budget estimates, forecasts and financial models
• Managing agency reporting through the Central Budget Management System (CBMS)
• Supporting the preparation of Portfolio Budget Statements and Additional Estimates documentation
• Assisting with New Policy Proposals, Cabinet costings and funding submissions
• Preparing briefings, executive reporting and Senate Estimates material
• Providing strategic budget advice to business areas and senior stakeholders
• Liaising with central agencies and internal stakeholders on budget matters
• Analysing financial information to identify risks, trends and funding impacts
• Contributing to continuous improvement of budgeting and reporting processes

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this APS6 External Budget Officer role, you will demonstrate:

• Must be an Australian citizen with a Baseline security clearance
• Experience working within an APS external budget, budgeting or financial management environment
• Strong understanding of Commonwealth Budget processes and government financial frameworks
• Experience using CBMS or similar government budgeting systems
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability
• Excellent written communication and briefing skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to build effective stakeholder relationships across a range of business areas

What you'll get in return
Temporary transfers at A/G EL1 levelExposure to high-profile government funding and budget initiativesOpportunity to work closely with executive leadership and key decision-makersHybrid and flexible working arrangementsSupportive and high-performing team environmentValuable experience across Budget, MYEFO, Estimates and funding processesOngoing professional development opportunities
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Alden Soe on 02 6112 7698 or email alden.soe@hays.com.au.#3012857