Our participants, Our people, Our purpose Currently, there are around 4.3 million Australians with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms in the country since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 690,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability. For many Australians, this will be the first time they receive the disability support they need. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and will mean a peace of mind for every Australian. A new role awaits The Modelling team is responsible for the development and management of financial modelling activities in the Agency, as they relate to the operating costs of the Agency. This includes the Agency Resource Model (ARM), Frontline Workforce Model (FWM) and other models. It also is responsible for delivery of reports and models to support end of month reporting within the Agency. The team works with several stakeholders across the Agency as a “centre of excellence” for financial modelling. The APS6 Finance Modeller (Professional Stream) will utilise their proven financial experience and skills to enhance the team’s financial modelling activities that support the NDIA’s objectives to “build a world-leading National Disability Insurance Scheme”. The key duties of the position include: As the successful candidate you will work under limited supervision to support the strategic direction of the Branch, Division Group and Agency. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Developing and maintaining internal and external cost models. • Developing and maintaining fit-for-purpose monthly reporting tools. • Support for costing related activities within the portfolio. • Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and user guide. • Working with stakeholders, understanding business requirements • Analysing and interpreting data, including model outputs as well as data sources that feed into models. Eligibility In line with the values and mission of the Agency, all applicants should have a positive contemporary attitude to people with disability along with extensive understanding and knowledge of disability and its impact on individuals. We are seeking candidates with proven experience in financial roles, showcasing their expertise in their respective areas. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are a must, along with an excellent understanding of accounting principles Additionally, we’re looking for skills and qualifications essential to performing your duties including: Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel Well-developed stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to partner with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to work well within teams to meet tight deadlines. Demonstrated ability to think critically and contribute to business improvement strategies. Has an interest in learning, likes to innovate and has the ability to adapt to new processes and changing priorities. Communicates effectively in writing and verbally. Understands the audience and context, anticipates responses and effectively tailors’ communication styles. Support the strategic direction of the Branch, Division Group and Agency. Negotiates and influences effectively to support the delivery of quality Agency outcomes. Desirable skills, experience and qualifications Proficient in the use of Excel, including advanced functions and formulas, power query, data analysis, pivot tables, and creating complex spreadsheets to support business operations and month-end reporting. If you have these skills and experience and are passionate about finance, we encourage you to apply. Mandatory qualifications This position is within the professional job stream and the officer must possess relevant academic qualifications with membership of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA), Certified Practicing Accountants (CPA) or other equivalent professional finance bodies (or holding equivalent finance related post graduate qualifications); together with extensive direct finance experience performing and delivering complex financial and governance outcomes. Your NDIA experience We work as one team. We are accepting, diverse and driven. We take a shared approach to making progress. We welcome and support each other and encourage different ideas, insights and opinions. We empower and enable each other to be our best. We collaborate, connect and work together to create a workplace that makes us proud. And while we're based far and wide across the country, we make sure nobody feels they are out on their own. • You will work for a socially inclusive and culturally diverse workplace, that is making a meaningful impact to the lives of more than 690,000 Australians. • Access to higher superannuation and above market leave entitlements • Access to ongoing professional development and learning While this role is ideally performed from Geelong - VIC, Deakin - ACT, Surry Hills -NSW or Richmond – VIC, flexible working arrangements may be considered. We intend to fill this role in an ongoing capacity, however non-ongoing roles up to 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 2 years may be offered. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship. Applications for this role close Sunday 1st June 2025 11:30pm AEST If you have any questions, please contact Amanda Phillips on 03 8416 1 or via email ndis.gov.au Notes With the exception of personal details, applications can NOT be edited or updated once submitted for consideration. Please make sure you are completely satisfied with your entire application before submitting. NDIA is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (PwD), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families. NDIA will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process (including alternate formats of the application form) or have an enquiry about the support provided, please contact DFP Recruitment on 1300 138 337 dfp.com.au. RecruitAbility applies to this position: The RecruitAbility scheme supports people with disability applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service (APS) by giving you a better opportunity to put forward your skills and experience during the selection process. There are certain roles within the National Disability Insurance that may require mandatory vaccination, subject to government order or directive. Evidence may be required prior to commencement. Getting to know the National Disability Insurance Agency The NDIS provides funding to eligible people with disability to gain more time with family and friends, greater independence, access to new skills, jobs, or volunteering in their community, and an improved quality of life. The NDIS also connects anyone with disability to services in their community. This includes connections to doctors, community groups, sporting clubs, support groups, libraries and schools, as well as providing information about what support is provided by each state and territory government. The NDIS now supports over 500,000 Australians with disability to access the services and supports they need. This includes supporting approximately 80,000 children with developmental delay, ensuring they receive supports early so that they achieve the best outcomes throughout their lives.
