Our government client is seeking an experienced A07 Principal Governance Officer to support and lead financial governance initiatives that strengthen policy, compliance, and assurance across the department. This high-impact role works closely with senior leadership and is key in developing robust financial management practices.
What’s in it for you?
- Senior AO7 level role with a competitive salary: $85.31 to $91.38 per hour + Super
- 3-month contract with possible extension for the right person
- Brisbane CBD location in new offices and lovely city views
- Influence strategic financial policy and governance across a major department
- Work closely with senior leaders, audit and risk committees, and internal stakeholders
- Supportive and professional team culture, with room for leadership and innovation
- Make a difference through governance uplift across the agency
- Develop and manage financial governance and control frameworks
- Deliver the CFO Assurance Framework, Reports, and quarterly updates
- Design, implement and review internal controls and process improvements
- Improve financial delegations after a Machinery of Government (MoG) change
- Maintain the Financial Management Practice Manual (FMPM)
- Monitor and apply Whole-of-Government financial policy updates
- Provide specialist financial advice and support to business groups
- Strong experience in financial governance and public sector policy
- Ability to interpret legislation and apply to policy and assurance processes
- High-level problem solving, analytical and critical thinking capability
- Proactive approach to stakeholder engagement and client service
- Strong leadership, organisational, and project management skills
- Experience with internal controls, assurance reporting, and delegations management
- Demonstrated ability to implement improvements and drive change!
Bring your governance expertise to where it counts, apply now with your resume!
