NEMA Financial Accounting Manager

Job Req ID

NEMA - 137661

Location

ACT 

 Employment Type

Ongoing, Full-time 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $121,794.00 and $138,811.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Alice Walker on alice.walker@nema.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

Flexible  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.

Applications close on 05/06/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position. 

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 the National Emergency Management Agency:
The National Emergency Management Agency's work has a real impact on the lives of Australians, particularly those living in rural and regional areas.

The National Emergency Management Agency's guiding principle is “Locally led, locally understood and locally implemented” and we bring together local communities, government, non-government and key industry representatives to support disaster recovery and resilience across the country.

Your work will help people who are recovering from natural disasters and prepare them for the future.

National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) was established on 1 September 2022 as a single, accountable Commonwealth authority that delivers a whole-of-nation approach to reducing disaster risk, planning, preparing for, responding to and recovering from all hazards across the emergency management continuum. 
 
NEMA works closely with States and Territories to deliver the best outcome for communities across Australia. To help communities respond and recover, while preparing Australia for future emergencies, we:

• Fund programs and initiatives, big and small, that help communities in times of emergency, as well as to recover and prepare, including through disaster recovery funding and the Disaster Ready Fund to help reduce the risk and impact of disasters
• Have officers located across Australia, working in partnership with States and Territories to support disaster-affected communities to collectively build resilience, reduce risk and harm and effectively respond to and recover from disasters
• Provide national leadership to share knowledge, situational awareness, and trends in disaster efforts to inform, guide and shape the national picture and decision-making at the Commonwealth, State and local Government level – including through policy development and strategy to improve risk reduction, resilience and recovery
• Provide round-the-clock all-hazards monitoring and operational coordination for domestic and international emergencies, including supply chain disruptions, critical infrastructure outages, biosecurity risks and widespread cyber-attacks, and through supporting preparedness and response activities, including through the operationalisation of the Australian Government Crisis Management Framework.

 
For further information on NEMA’s purpose, vision and values, please see About us | NEMA
 
Overview of the Branch and Section:
The Financial Management and Claims Assurance Branch at the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) plays a crucial role in supporting effective financial management across the organisation. This branch is also responsible for providing assurance on Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangement payments to the states and territories.
 
About the role:

Are you ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic and engaged branch? Join the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) as an EL1 Financial Accounting Manager professional and be part of a team that plays a crucial role in supporting effective financial management across the agency.

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing NEMA’s year-end financial statements, overseeing monthly and annual financial reports and reconciliations, asset management, managing complex accounting calculations, and providing technical accounting advice to both internal and external stakeholders.

At times staff within NEMA may be required to work outside of standard business hours, particularly during the high-risk weather season.

 
Our ideal candidate:
NEMA is looking for individuals who thrive in a rapidly evolving and forward-thinking environment. Our ideal candidate will possess strong technical financial accounting skills and a willingness to work on a broad range of activities within the finance team.
 
To excel in this role, you should be prepared to be flexible and work across the finance function as needed. 
 
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to expand their technical skills and experience in a small agency where they will build and maintain excellent stakeholder relationships. You will also manage one staff member and work closely with the Director, External Budgets and Reporting.
 
NEMA offers an inclusive and flexible work culture providing exposure to cutting-edge technology and training resources that can fast-track your professional development. Join us and contribute to a whole-of-nation approach to reducing disaster risk and enhancing emergency management.
 
We encourage applications from First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age people and people from other diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing a working environment that values diversity and inclusion and supports staff to reach their full potential.
 
Specific duties/responsibilities:

Prepare Year-End Financial Statements: You will be responsible for preparing NEMA’s year-end financial statements and supporting documentation, including work papers and analysis

Oversee Financial Reporting Processes: You will oversee the upload of NEMA’s monthly and annual financial reports (actuals) into the CBMS and ensure the accuracy of these reports

Manage Reconciliation Processes: You will oversee the monthly reconciliation processes to ensure all financial data is accurate and up-to-date

Provide Technical Accounting Advice: You will provide technical accounting advice to both internal and external stakeholders, addressing any accounting queries from the Department of Finance relating to the department’s monthly or annual financial results

Team Management: You will manage one staff member providing guidance and support to ensure their professional development and effective contribution to the team.

 
Role requirements/qualifications:

• CPA/CA qualifications are desirable but not essential
• Candidates will be assessed solely on the "Demonstrates professional or technical proficiency" criterion during the shortlisting stage
• A work sample test may be included as part of the assessment method. 

Applicant response:
As part of your application, you will be required to prepare a one page response document (minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format), which you will upload in the next section.
 
Please ensure you read the instructions carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.
 
Please prepare a one-page Applicant Response 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.

How to apply:

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 System information relevant to the classification. You are required to submit your application in the online recruitment system (ourPeople).

As part of your application, you will need to provide:

• Your CV
• Your Applicant Response document
• Details of two referees
• Include your full name and the Requisition Number - 137661 in the footer of any documents being uploaded.

Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment

To be eligible to work with the NEMA you must:

• Be an Australian Citizen
• Fulfil the Agency's minimum requirements by satisfactorily answering all screening questions during the application process and successfully undergo a National Police Check
• Obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance
• Satisfy a probation period (if applicable)
• Undergo a health assessment (if applicable).
   

Technical Assistance

If you are experiencing problems submitting your application online, please email the nature of the issues you are experiencing to Recruitment (recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au) including screen captures if necessary. A response will be sent during business hours.

Notes

Remuneration: The Agency offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

If you have identified as having a disability, please indicate whether you require any support throughout the selection process. For further information please contact Recruitment: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au.