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Finance Assistant
State Library of New South Wales
Finance | Operations
Clerk Grade 3/4, Ongoing
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Ongoing Full-Time
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Support the financial operations of one of NSW’s leading cultural institutions by ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across revenue and reporting processes.
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Competitive remuneration package up to $108,229 p.a. (package includes salary between $87,199 - $95,482 p.a., plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading)
About the State Library
The State Library of NSW is one of the great libraries of the world, with a history dating back to 1826. As one of Australia's oldest and important public institutions, the Library is responsible for collecting, preserving and presenting the social, cultural and scientific history of our State and our Nation.
Our purpose is to create a sanctuary for discovery, debate, gathering and joy. It’s a place that holds our living record, where knowledge is freely accessible, helping us reach into the past and imagine what’s next. The State Library of NSW is where we go to ask questions about the world.
About the Role
The Finance Assistant plays an important role in supporting the financial integrity and day-to-day financial operations of the State Library of New South Wales. Working as part of a collaborative Finance team, you will provide end-to-end accounts receivable support, ensuring income is accurately processed, reconciled and recorded in accordance with NSW Government financial legislation, policies and internal controls.
You will manage a variety of financial administration activities including invoicing, receipting income, banking, reconciliations, journal processing, month-end activities and supporting audit requirements. The role works across multiple systems and engages with stakeholders throughout the Library to maintain accurate financial records, resolve queries and ensure timely financial processing.
About you
You are an organised and proactive finance professional with experience in accounts receivable and a sound understanding of financial accounting principles. You have strong attention to detail and are confident managing competing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy across financial transactions and records.
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Working knowledge of financial accounting
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Sound knowledge of accounts receivable
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Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
- The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-focused approach.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining strong financial controls.
What we offer
The State Library of NSW is a great place to work. We are a purpose-driven organisation, and you would be working with colleagues who are collaborative, knowledgeable, and like-minded.
Working at the Library gives you access to a range of benefits including:
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Flexible working arrangements
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A range of wellbeing events, lunchtime groups and initiatives like discounted gym programs, annual flu vaccinations and access to an employee assistance program
- Professional development opportunities including time off for study
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Staff discounts at the Library café and bookshop
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Staff engagement activities
How to apply
To apply for this role please provide a response to the following questions. Attach your answers as part of your application and/or as part of your cover letter. Please keep question responses to a maximum of 3 paragraphs and please respond to the shortlisting questions in your own words - we’re looking to understand your perspective, not answers generated by AI tools.
Please ensure you attach an up-to-date copy of your CV as part of your application for the role.
Pre-screening Questions
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Describe your experience with accounts receivable processes and bank reconciliations, including issuing invoices, reconciling receipts and payments, and preparing journal entries.
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In this role, you'll interact with stakeholders across various business units around the organisation. How do you ensure effective communication when providing financial advice or gathering information?
The State Library of NSW welcomes and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQI+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and workers of all ages.
Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment throughout each step of the recruitment process by noting this in your application or contacting the People and Culture Team via
[email protected].
Talent Pool
Applicants not initially offered a role but have been assessed through the recruitment process as being suitable will be placed in the Talent Pool to fill future ongoing and temporary vacancies as they arise. Placement in the Talent Pool remains valid for 18 months.
Eligibility to apply
To be eligible to apply for this role you must be either;
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an Australian citizen or
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a permanent resident of Australia, or
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a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport or a citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia for the period of temporary employment or if you are seeking ongoing employment, you must hold a permanent visa that allows you to work in Australia.
Appointment to this role is subject to Pre-employment Checks. Additional checks may be required throughout your tenure at the Library should the accountabilities of your role change.
Further information that may assist you with applying for this role
Role Description (pdf)
Role Description (word)
Applying for a role in the NSW Public Service
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
State Library Accessibility Guide
The Guide for applying for roles at the State Library of NSW will assist you in completing your application and provide you with an understanding of the selection process.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Vanessa Lockwood on [email protected] or +61 2 9273 1549.
Closing date for applications: 17th August 2026 at 10am.
