As a Finance Officer, you’ll handle day-to-day financial processing, including accounts payable and receivable, travel and purchase card transactions, and monthly close activities. You’ll work with internal teams and external partners to ensure accurate, timely financial records and help keep the regulator’s accounts compliant and on track.
| Job Title | Finance Officer |
| Vacancy Number | VN-0768368 |
| Position Number | EA2026/80 |
| Classification | APS Level 4 |
| Salary | AU$83,385 – AU$90,535 per year |
| Job Type | Full-Time; Part-Time, Ongoing; Non-Ongoing |
| Primary Locations | Brisbane QLD; Melbourne VIC |
| Future Merit Locations | ACT; NSW; VIC; WA; QLD; TAS; NT; SA |
| Office Arrangement | Hybrid |
| Office Arrangement Details | ACCC/AER employees required to work a minimum of two days/week onsite |
| Closing Date | Sunday 12 April 2026 |
| Agency Website | https://www.accc.gov.au/ |
About the Opportunity
Join a purpose-driven regulator that helps households and businesses thrive in a fair and competitive marketplace. At the ACCC and its AER division, you’ll be part of a collaborative, high‑performing culture that values care, inclusion and the wellbeing of its people. You’ll bring your financial expertise to essential accounts processes, helping to deliver transparent, accountable financial management as Australia pursues a secure and affordable energy future.
We’re committed to diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples and those with disability. If you’re looking for meaningful work and a workplace that supports you to grow, you’ll find it here.
Duties (What You Will Do)
| Key Responsibilities |
| Undertake day-to-day finance operations on accounts payable and/or accounts receivable tasks and debt management. |
| Process travel and purchase card transactions in the finance system; monitor and support policy compliance. |
| Contribute to the end-of-month cycle and financial statement process; ensure accuracy of accounts and journal processing, manage cut-off times, and maintain compliant documentation. |
| Provide support to internal and external stakeholders on payables, receivables, travel and purchase card tasks, and other financial processing matters. |
| Manage mailbox queries and issues in a timely manner. |
About You (Eligibility)
- Relevant experience in financial processing, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial journals.
- Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance with frameworks.
- Good written and verbal communication skills to interact with a range of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve problems and contribute new ideas.
Important Information for Applicants
Note on keyword integration: This section includes a reference relevant to the broader audience you may be considering for this role. The vacancy welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, and you should consider how international eligibility may apply in your circumstances.
For applicants considering opportunities in Australia, citizenship and visa requirements depend on statutory eligibility for APS roles and the RecruitAbility program. If you’re unsure about your eligibility, you should check current APS guidelines and speak with the contact listed below for clarification.
Other Information
- Diversity & Inclusion: Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including First Nations peoples and people with disability.
- RecruitAbility: This vacancy participates in the RecruitAbility scheme. Details at https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability.
- Future Merit Pools: By applying, you may be considered for future merit pools as vacancies arise across the ACCC/AER.
How to Apply
| Contact Officer | Sonia Lomman, 07 3052 1216 |
| Candidate Kit | Candidate Kit |
| Application Portal | Agency Recruitment Site |