Location: Darwin
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $70,000 to $90,000 (plus superannuation)
About Aboriginal Investment NT
Aboriginal Investment NT is a corporate Commonwealth entity, established under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act (Northern Territory) 1976, and designed in partnership with Aboriginal Territorians.
Our purpose is to work with Aboriginal Territorians to achieve economic, social and cultural impact through innovative approaches to investments, grant-funded initiatives and other financial assistance. To support this, we have initial capital of $680 million, which will be deployed and invested under our 5-year Strategic Investment Plan. Our Aboriginal-controlled board share a vision of self-determination, with Aboriginal Territorians at the centre of our work.
Position purpose
The Business and Finance Support Officer plays a crucial role in managing financial and business operations, including month-end procedures, accounts payable, procurement, contract management, compliance, banking, system management, and business support. This role ensures accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to organisational policies, contributing to the smooth functioning of financial and administrative processes within the organisation. The position reports to the Financial Controller.
Position resonsibilities and key duties
- Business support
- Financial operations
- Procurement processes
- Contract management
-Compliance with policies and procedures
- System management and report analysis
- Process improvement
- Other duties as directed by the Financial Controller
Key selection criteria
- Proven expertise with financial procedures
- Computer proficiency
- Office proficiency
- Compliance and policy adherence
- Advanced communication skills
- Cultural sensitivity and commitment
Desirable skills and abilities
- Understanding of Aboriginal communities, nation-building, self-determination and community development principles and approaches
- Experience in public accountability and reporting, particularly under the PGPA Act
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in business or finance
Further information
- The successful applicant must consent to a Northern Territory Police Check of criminal records and intelligence data to confirm they have no significant criminal history record.
Applications close 6 October 2024
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