About us
Transport for NSW keeps our State moving by providing safe, integrated and efficient transport systems. We put our customers at the centre of everything we do – and we do a lot. We connect people, communities and industry and manage how they use our road, rail and maritime networks and services, and even active modes like walking and cycling. The work we do connects the journeys you take every day.
We are a state government organisation made up of more than 28,000 people and we're in the middle of delivering the largest transport infrastructure program in Australia's history. We work across planning, policy and procurement, harnessing data and technology to develop smarter and more adaptive transport solutions.
That means job opportunities in metropolitan and regional areas across NSW – and you have the chance to be part of creating a lasting legacy that will benefit generations to come.
About the team
Looking to join a team of accounting experts who love to ideate, inclusive and enjoy challenging each other to think outside the box? Like to get involved in a variety of projects?
Look no further!
The TSS Accounting Operations teams core focus is to provide general accounting service to cluster entities, with a major emphasis on undertaking works in relation to reporting on Finance Projects and presenting status to the leadership team within TSS Finance & Procurement.
Our team has adopted a Hybrid way of working. We come together once a week and for moments that matter. The team hub is located in Burwood.
The Opportunity
Right now we have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Project Coordinator to join us in the TSS Accounting Operations team on a fixed term basis for a period of 10 months.
As the Finance Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for providing high-level project support by working collaboratively with project teams, and by coordinating project related information which supports the efficient and on-time delivery of projects. You will also be involved in creating and managing high quality project delivery, performance, and status reports along with presentations to present it to Director and Executive Director of the branch, and at times to wider audiences as required.
In addition, you will also be involved in parking and posting of journals, preparing month end reconciliations, and completing month end ledger closing tasks.
Key accountabilities
- Assist in the preparation of project delivery documentation, the development of high-level programs and strategies and in the monitoring of all stages of delivery.
- Coordinate and compile information and prepare project and program reports which require identifying and collating relevant data from multiple sources.
- Develop presentations, fact sheets and other information documents.
- Assist in the collection and maintenance of project metrics and in organising and participating in site visits and other project-related events.
- Provide assistance and support as directed in elements of contract management, including preparing, issuing and responding to general correspondence relating to all aspects of contract management, including invoice processing and correspondence.
About you
You are a passionate Finance Project Coordinator looking to take the next step in your career.
You are a Junior Accounting Professional who has a passion for exceptional customer service. You will also have experience in general accounting..
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Finance Qualification (Bachelor/Master) is highly desirable
- Proactive attitude to take ownership of tasks and deliver on deadlines
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Experience in general accounting
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal/external stakeholders and resolve queries
- SAP experience
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
- Can balance working individually and collaboratively with a team
Applicants who have a Finance Qualification (Bachelor/Master) and are CA or CPA qualified or working towards completing it, will be highly regarded.
Salary and Benefits
The salary for this position is Grade 5A ($87,256) - 5E ($95,984) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.
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Interested?
Joining Transport for NSW, you’ll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you’re ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!
How to apply
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process.
Applications close: 11.59pm Monday 26th June 2023.
We’re an inclusive and flexible workplace
Here at Transport, we want our workforce to reflect the communities we serve by being an inclusive, diverse and flexible place for all our people.
We offer a range of flexible work and leave options for our people. These options depend on your role and the work you do. Some of the ways our people work flexibly include a hybrid mix of virtual and in-person collaboration, staggering work hours, or even allocating extra hours worked towards a day off from time to time. We also offer more structured flexible agreements and tailored hybrid options for people who live regionally. We’re proud to be recognised as a FlexReady Certified employer, a Family Inclusive Workplace and winners of the ‘Best Remote Work Strategy’ at the Australian HR Awards 2022.
Transport is committed to creating employment and career development opportunities for Aboriginal people. These include dedicated employee networks and yarn ups, as well as career development, leadership and mentoring programs for Aboriginal people working at Transport to connect, share and learn. Our Aboriginal Employment Unit (AEU), run by a team of Aboriginal employees, is available to support current and prospective employees. For more information, email the AEU team at Aboriginal.Employment@transport.nsw.gov.au or visit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment page.
We want to ensure that employees living with disability, as well as those providing care, are supported. Visit Supporting people with disability to learn more about our initiatives and requesting recruitment and workplace adjustments.
Please contact the Talent Specialist if you’d like to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options. For any enquiries, please email Halay Alkozai at HALAY.ALKOZAI@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.
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