This is a permanent, full-time vacancy.

About the role

Purpose of the role

• Support, administer and enhance the Department's financial systems, reporting platforms and data management processes.
• Enable accurate and timely financial reporting, analysis and business insights through enterprise reporting and business intelligence solutions.
• Contribute to system improvements, governance activities and projects that strengthen financial management, reporting capability and decision-making across the Department.

Key responsibilities

• Provide specialist support and administration for financial management systems, reporting platforms and related applications.
• Investigate and resolve complex system, data and reporting issues, ensuring timely and effective outcomes.
• Develop, maintain and support financial reports, dashboards and data solutions that support business and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, technical teams, vendors and service providers to deliver system improvements and enhancements.
• Contribute to strong governance, data quality, internal controls and continuous improvement initiatives.

The panel is seeking

• A technically capable financial systems professional with experience supporting and improving enterprise financial systems.
• An analytical thinker with strong data, reporting and problem-solving skills.
• A trusted business partner who can work collaboratively with stakeholders and provide practical advice and solutions.
• A customer-focused professional who demonstrates initiative, accountability and a commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence.

Suitability Requirements

Through the recruitment process, we will be looking for a candidate who can demonstrate skills, experience and attributes in relation to the following:

Role specific requirements:

• Experience in providing technical support to users, maintaining security and upgrade management and testing.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present information in a clear and articulate manner.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders, including internal staff, vendors and third parties to deliver successful outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in the administration, maintenance and support of a modern accounting software system in a large and complex organisation.
• Well-developed conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills in relation to accounting systems and business processes.

Lead collectively - Seek and build key relationships, work together and focus on the greater good.

Think through complexity - Think critically, work with ambiguity and uncertainty, assess solutions and impacts, and take calculated risks.

Dynamically sense the environment - Be in tune with the political, social and environmental trends that impact the work; understand and recognise the needs of others and leverage relationships for desired outcomes.

Deliver on high leverage areas - Identify priorities, pursue objectives with tenacity and be resilient in the face of challenges.

Build capability - Proactively develop others; share learning to promote efficiency and effectiveness; and champion diversity and inclusion.

Embody the spirit of public service - Continuously seek to understand personal strengths and areas for improvement, be adaptive to change and adjust leadership style in different contexts.

Eligibility

Special conditions

• Permanent positions - To be eligible for permanent appointment to the public sector, you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia.

Benefits and opportunities

The Department of Justice offers a range of benefits and opportunities, including:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness Centre discounts available for employees and their families.
• Opportunities to contribute to significant organisational and business improvement initiatives.
• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

1. A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
2. Contact details of two (2) recent work referees, with one (1) of them being your current Line Manager where possible.
3. Please provide a response to the following two (2) questions, no more than one (1) page each. Please use examples to support your claims.

• Financial Systems, Reporting and Business Improvement
  • Provide a detailed example of a financial systems, reporting or business improvement initiative that you delivered. Your response should cover:
    • The business problem or opportunity identified.
    • Your role in analysing requirements and developing the solution.
    • How you worked with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
    • Any system, reporting, data or process improvements implemented.
    • The outcomes and benefits achieved.

• Problem Solving, Risk Management and Continuous Improvement
  • Provide a detailed example of where you identified a complex issue, system risk, reporting problem or business process inefficiency and implemented an effective solution. Your response should cover:
    • The issue or risk identified.
    • How you investigated and analysed the root cause.
    • The factors and competing requirements you considered when determining an appropriate solution.
    • How you engaged with stakeholders.
    • The actions you personally took to resolve the issue or improve the process.
    • The outcome achieved, including any improvements to governance, efficiency, data quality or customer service.

All remaining Suitability Requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the process.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered in Perth Metropolitan area during this period.

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Dennis Wong, Manager Financial Systems on (08) 9264 1208 for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link. 

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email workforcediversity@justice.wa.gov.au. 

Submitting your application

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