Who are we? The Office of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security (IGIS) is central to the independent oversight of the Australian intelligence and security agencies. The Inspector-General is an independent statutory office holder with oversight of the activities of Australia's intelligence and security agencies to ensure they act legally and with propriety, comply with ministerial guidelines and directives, and respect human rights. The work of the Inspector-General and his staff provides assurance to ministers, the parliament and the public that these agencies are using their powers as intended. We are a small portfolio agency, proud of our contribution to the national interest. We recognise that our people are our greatest asset - we recruit and retain highly capable, motivated professionals with high levels of integrity and personal drive; and we invest in, and value, their development. Further, we offer a rewarding, positive, and inclusive environment, empowering staff to work flexibly in their contribution to the achievement of agency goals. It is an exciting time for our office, as we undergo a period of change and growth. As a result of an expected expansion in our jurisdiction and new powers granted to intelligence agencies in recent years, the office is expected to grow to strengthen our capabilities. The key duties of the position include The Opportunity The Finance team manages and provides specialist in-house advice on a range of finance, procurement and contract management matters, whilst also increasing capabilities across the organisation on these processes through training, guidance and support. Please note, this position is Canberra-based with the opportunity to negotiate flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working arrangements; however, the majority of the work will need to be conducted at the Canberra office. Key responsibilities of Assistant Director, Intelligence Oversight include: performing accounting duties including accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, raising invoices, maintaining registers, undertaking reconciliations and providing supporting documentation for internal and external audit assisting with internal and external budget management, including liaison with the Department of Finance and other government agencies assisting with travel queries and processing of travel allowance payments and staff reimbursements managing the administration and monitoring of corporate credit cards maintaining the financial policies, processes and procedures, and providing financial advice. In addition to the above, key responsibilities at the APS Level 6 include: preparation of regular finance tasks including end of month journals, payroll review, BAS and CBMS reporting assist with asset management such as annual stocktakes To be successful in this role you will have: a desire to work in a productive, values-driven organisation and to achieve results a positive attitude, energy and commitment to the objectives of the OIGIS a collaborative and respectful approach to all aspects of your work the ability to conduct your work in an organised and flexible manner excellent stakeholder relationship skills and the ability to work collaboratively internally and across government; and be approachable, and highly professional in handling complex financial matters. Essential skills and experience tertiary qualifications in financial management/accounting, or equivalent experience Desirable skills demonstrated experience in providing excellent customer service demonstrated success in providing administrative support. financial Management Information Systems (FMIS) experience understanding of government procurement and contract management processes understanding of financial management and/or Australian Government budgeting processes.
