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The OrganisationThe Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIOs people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient. We seek to reflect the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. We are secretive about what we do, not what we value. The key duties of the position include:The OpportunityASIO is seeking an experienced leader to fill the role of Chief Financial Officer at the Assistant Director-General (Senior Executive Service Band 1 equivalent) level. As part of the senior leadership team, you will provide impactful strategic and tactical advice to maximise the outcomes through funding and investment decisions. A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which have the same or similar requirements to this position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months. Role responsibilities As ASIOs Chief Financial Officer you will: Demonstrate and promote ASIOs Leadership Behaviours and effective people management. Provide insight and advice on financial management to achieve ASIOs objectives. Demonstrate strong financial leadership and budget accountability. Oversee external budget matters including mid-year economic fiscal outlook and the portfolio budget and estimates statements. Maintain key relationships with the Home Affairs portfolio and Department of Finance. Oversee internal resource planning, including working with the senior executive to enhance financial literacy and performance. Lead uplift in ASIOs policies, practices and financial management systems to drive productivity and improve business intelligence to enable financial decision making. Lead ASIOs procurement function, including uplifting commercial acumen in your team and across ASIO to deliver outcomes and value for money. Ensure ASIO meets its statutory reporting requirements. Lead and support efforts to improve efficiency and drive out costs from the business. EligibilityWhat you will bringWe are seeking candidates with the following capabilities: Demonstrated record of achievement leading Commonwealth financial management and services, accountabilities and obligations. A system thinker with demonstrated ability to provide strategic insight and detailed inquiry to the financial position of business activities, programs and projects. Experience successfully leading finance teams to deliver high quality outcomes and capability uplift in a complex and changing environment. Exceptional communication skills that lead to successful working relationships and outcomes. Demonstrated ability to build strategic partnerships across the public and private sectors that provide mutual benefit and deliver impact and influence. Demonstrated ability to prioritise and continuously adapt to deliver results in a dynamic, high-pressure and challenging environment. Demonstrated ability to uplift capability in your team and across an enterprise to achieve outcomes. Demonstrated ability to deliver within budget and drive out costs from the business. Eligibility To be eligible for the role, you must be: An Australian citizen. Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance. Hold a Certified Practicing Accountant or Chartered Accountant qualification. Reasonable adjustmentsASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for candidates to participate within all stages of the selection process. These opportunities may include reasonable adjustment to assessment methodologies to enable full participation. Please let us know if you require any additional assistance or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace. NotesWhat we offer youASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including: A competitive salary, including a 7.5% allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance. Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4%. Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks. Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). LocationThe position is located in Canberra, ACT or as negotiated with the successful applicant. Relocation assistance is provided to successful applicants when relocating. We advertise positions nationally to reach the broadest audience. Please refer to the above location before applying. How to applyApplications must be submitted using the online recruitment system: www.beaumontandbeaumont.com.au/11698 Click on Apply Online to commence your application. Your application must be complete and include the following: A succinct statement of claims up to 1,000 words against the selection criteria, using examples to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements for the SES Band 1 level, including clearly demonstrating your leadership experience. An up-to-date CV, no more than two pages in length, highlighting relevant financial and leadership experience. A completed ASIO Employment Suitability Questions document. Details of 2 referees, which must include a current supervisor. Before applying you should familiarise yourself with the ASIO People Capability Framework and Core Capability Guide, both available on the ASIO website. To increase your chances of success, tailor your application responses to align with the relevant capabilities and levels outlined in these frameworks. ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment. Closing date and timeMonday 14 May at 11:30 pm AEST. No extensions will be granted and late applications will not be accepted. Employment conditionsEmployment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979. Conditions of service are similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service. We recognise entitlements accrued under the Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth schemes. Salary packaging arrangements are also available. Australian Workplace Equality IndexIn 2025, ASIO achieved the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold Standard, recognising ASIOs inclusion work and positive culture for the second year in a row. In 2024, ASIO was one of only 7 public sector employers, and the first Australian intelligence agency, to achieve this status. The ASIO Diversity and Inclusion Strategy reflects ASIOs commitment and recognises the benefits of being a diverse and inclusive organisation. For further information about ASIOs Diversity and Inclusion networks, please visit: www.asio.gov.au/about/diversity-and-inclusion. EnquiriesIf you require further information after reading the selection documentation, please contact Beaumont&Beaumont at ****@beaumontandbeaumont.com.au or phone 02 6126 4***. Enquiries will be kept in strict confidence. More InformationFor more information about ASIO, please visit: www.asio.gov.au.