Troocoo are seeking an experienced Financial Officer to take the lead in driving robust financial management, insightful reporting, and strong financial governance across both operational and ICT portfolios in a state government department.
This role provides strategic financial advice and hands-on support across a range of financial management functions, including:

• Budgeting, forecasting, and cost management
• End-of-month and end-of-financial-year financial processes
• Managing ICT budgets for business areas within the department
• Detailed financial oversight of ICT projects
• Financial operations including accounts payable (AP), contract management, and variance reporting

You will work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to meet governance, reporting, and performance obligations, while ensuring compliance.
Key Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis
• Provide strategic advice to support financial decision-making
• Oversee project and operational budgeting for ICT and BIS
• Ensure financial processes align with departmental and government standards
• Maintain effective financial controls and ensure policy compliance
• Identify process improvement opportunities and automate workflows using Excel and other tools.

Mandatory Requirements

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including automation of tasks/processes
• Experience in project accounting, financial accounting, and management accounting
• Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

Highly Desirable Attributes & Skills

• Demonstrated financial acumen across both operational and project budgets
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Effective time management and organisational abilities
• High attention to detail with a focus on delivering quality outcomes
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with Agile tools, particularly DevOps
• Experience in administration and support functions, rather than project management

If you would like to learn more about this role please reach out to Alison Detaille at alison.detaille@troocoo.com