Finance Officer
APS4
Townsville
Ongoing/Non-ongoing; Full-time
Applications close Sunday 16th August 2026, 11:59pm AEST
The Position
We are seeking a customer focused team player to join our team. This position will play a key role in delivering a professional and quality level of customer service within the Finance section, that is valued by our stakeholders.
Your work will involve providing support, advice and accounting services in relation to management of the Authority’s finances, in particular accounts payable and credit cards, and procurement and contracting.
Your well-developed interpersonal skills, including your demonstrated ability to liaise, consult, provide advice, and negotiate to build and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders including external customers will be at the forefront in this role. You will provide problem solving, research and analytical skills, including demonstrated experience in data analysis and data management systems, as well as having well-developed computer skills in Microsoft Office, in particular Word and Excel.
What you'll do
- Develop cooperative working relationships with internal and external customers to ensure achievement of service delivery outcomes and the Reef Authority’s objectives.
- Apply the knowledge, skill and experience to understand, analyse, maintain and manage accurate records on vendor accounts, assuring invoices presented are accurate and payments are authorised in accordance with the Financial Delegations.
- Responsible for processing accounts payable invoices in accordance with the PGPA Act, the Department of Finance Supplier Pay On-Time and Pay Interest Policy and e-invoicing requirements, ensuring accuracy of data, record of interactions and decisions.
- Manage the administration function of corporate credit cards, provide training to staff, follow up on outstanding account balances with internal customers.
- Contribute to the development, maintenance and enhancement of finance policies, procedures and manuals to ensure they are efficient and effective in accordance with legislation, policy and procedures.
- Provide advice and assistance with the development and completion of procurement activity internal approval documentation, approach to market documentation, and contract documentation, including entering procurement data into the Reef Authority’s Procurement system for the creation of Purchase orders and Contracts.
- Work collaboratively in a team based environment which includes actively participating in, and contributing to work undertaken across the Finance section, including undertaking special projects and relief of other roles at level, as required to support the business objectives.
What you'll bring
- You are a natural problem solver, a decisive thinker, skilled influencer, collaborative and driven to deliver.
- You will be an excellent communicator, both in the written and verbal forms. Your communication skills often lead to strengthening internal relationships.
- You will have well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise, consult, provide advice, and negotiate.
- You will be customer focused and provide a high level of customer service.
- You can prioritise and align operational activities to organisational objectives to complete tasks on time and to a high standard.
- You will be a team player, with the ability to work closely and collaboratively.
- You work well under pressure, have an eye for detail and don’t get flustered when faced with competing priorities.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Amanda Molino, Senior Finance Officer, Ph. 07 4750 0844
Why join the Reef Authority?
At the Reef Authority, you'll build a meaningful career while helping protect one of the world's most iconic natural assets. We offer a supportive, flexible and purpose-driven workplace where your work has real impact.
You'll enjoy competitive APS employment conditions, including up to 15.4% employer superannuation, flexible working arrangements, wellbeing initiatives, professional development opportunities and a collaborative culture committed to protecting the Great Barrier Reef for future generations.
Essential Requirements
To be eligible for employment, candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
The position requires a Baseline security clearance. Successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
The successful candidate will be willing to provide identity documents and undergo an identity pre-employment check through a Document Verification Service.
How to apply
The Reef Authority is committed to authenticity and integrity in all recruitment activities. We want to understand who you are, your experiences, and what you bring to the role.
While you may use AI tools to assist with your application, your final submission must reflect your own voice, skills, and experiences. Candidates should familiarise themselves with the Principles for candidate use of AI in recruitment.
Misrepresentation or unethical use of AI can compromise fairness and integrity and may result in removal from the process or other consequences. AI should be used to support (not replace) your authentic contribution.
Please ensure you read the instructions below and on the Position Description carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.
You will be required to prepare a response document (“pitch”) in MSWord or PDF format using standard margins and size 11 Arial font.
Please prepare a ‘pitch’, as outlined in the Position Description, in relation to the advertised role, outlining:
- how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to perform the duties and meet the technical and behavioural capabilities of the role.
- any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.
- how you meet the eligibility requirements and qualifications for the position.
When crafting your response, we encourage you to review ‘Cracking the Code’ and the relevant Australian Public Service Work Level Standards which can be found on the Australian Public Service Commission website: www.apsc.gov.au.
Please complete your application online and provide:
- your ‘pitch’ (as described above and in the position description).
- proof of Australian citizenship (an Australian Passport or Australian Birth Certificate)
- a current curriculum vitae (resume)
Applicants are advised to read further information provided on the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Careers website.
PLEASE NOTE: - The panel may not consider additional information such as a cover letter or content exceeding the page limit.
Notes
- The current position is ongoing however through this process may create a merit pool to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing positions that become available within the next 18 months.
- We do not accept unsolicited résumés from recruitment agencies.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme, you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Eligibility
Employment with the Reef Authority is subject to:
- Conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999.
- Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) granting a security clearance at the required level.
- Evidence of citizenship status.
- Evidence of qualifications required of the role.
- Evidence of a completed national police-check with no risks identified by the Reef Authority.
- The CEO of the Reef Authority, or their Delegate, approving a Notice of Engagement.
- The Australian Government Security Clearance Application Guide Book provides information on minimum eligibility requirements for holding a security clearance at the required level. Please ensure that you are able to provide the necessary documents if you apply for the position. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the AGSVA website.
