Job description
Agency Attorney-General’s Department Work unit Finance, Budgets and Business Services
Job title Finance Officer Designation Administrative Officer 4
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $77,344 - $88,179 Location Darwin
Position number 33827 RTF 348624 Closing 08/06/2026
Contact officer Julie Caswell, Finance Manager on 08 8935 7422
About the agency https://agd.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=348624
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF RELEVANT
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and
accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the
recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this
position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide high-quality financial services, advice and support to assist the department’s financial management, reporting,
reconciliation, accounts payable and day-to-day finance operations.
Context statement
The Financial Services team based in Darwin provides financial, accounting and compliance services across the Department.
The unit operates in a complex and tightly regulated public sector environment, characterised by high workloads, competing
priorities and strict deadlines. The Finance Officer supports financial governance and compliance by delivering accounts
payable, reconciliations, reporting and advice to staff across the department.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide financial support services including accounts payable, reconciliations, debtor and revenue processing, and credit
card administration.
2. Prepare routine financial reports and information to support business units in managing compliance and meeting
governance requirements.
3. Analyse financial data, identify anomalies or inconsistencies, and resolve issues or escalate complex matters as required.
4. Provide advice and practical support to staff on financial processes, coding, systems access, purchase requisitions,
invoices and payment verification.
5. Assist senior finance staff with financial reporting, governance activities, process improvements and the maintenance of
accurate records and procedures.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience in an accounting or finance role, including financial processing, reconciliations and reporting.
2. Sound knowledge of financial management practices, accounting processes and the ability to interpret and apply relevant
legislation, guidelines and procedures.
3. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify issues, investigate anomalies and provide
practical advice and solutions.
4. Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and provide clear advice
to a wide range of stakeholders.
5. Proven ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, work with minimal supervision and contribute
positively in a small team environment.
Desirable
1. Experience using government financial management systems and information management databases.
Further information
A criminal history check may be required.
