Senior Manager, Finance Business Advisory

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Reference number

551223

Occupation

Risk Management/Compliance, Financial Analysis/Research/Reporting, Corporate Services

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney - West

Salary Information

Environment Officer Class 14

Closing date

26 July 2026 at 11:55pm

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

Lead and mentor a capable financial business advisory team

Partner and provide advice directly to senior executive in a high-visibility role

Permanent full-time opportunity, 35 hours per week

Office based in Parramatta; flexible working supported

Salary relative to experience ranging from $173,121 to $191,993 + superannuation & annual leave loading

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water’s (DCCEEW) Finance Business Advisory team is a trusted partner to the business, working closely with senior executive leaders to provide strategic financial insight and guidance. The team plays a critical role in shaping decision-making, ensuring strong financial governance, and supporting the delivery of key organisational priorities.

We are currently recruiting for two Senior Manager roles across different portfolios (Energy Climate Change and Energy Climate Change Sustainability (ECCS) and Strategic Policy Science & Engagement (SPSC) / Conservation Programs Heritage & Regulations CPHR). These are newly created roles, offering the opportunity to work across varied business areas while delivering high-impact financial advice.

It’s a collaborative, high-performing group that values clear thinking, practical solutions, and continuous improvement. You will be joining a team that is well regarded for its expertise, strong stakeholder relationships, and ability to operate effectively in a complex, fast-paced environment.

About the role

This is a senior finance leadership role where you will act as a trusted partner to executives, helping shape strategic decisions across a large and complex operating environment. The role with also support the Chief Financial Officer and the Director.

You will lead financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, and provide clear, actionable insights that guide business performance and investment priorities. From developing business cases to supporting funding submissions and long-term financial planning, your work will directly influence key outcomes.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working at pace, engaging with senior stakeholders, and making a tangible impact through high-quality financial advice.

About You

You are a confident and commercially minded finance professional who knows how to turn numbers into meaningful insights.

To be successful in this role, you bring:

Proven experience in a senior finance or advisory role within a complex organisation

The ability to build credibility and influence senior stakeholders

The ability to communicate complex financial matters clearly and succinctly to senior executives

Strong skills across budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis

A collaborative leadership style, with experience guiding and developing teams

A proactive mindset, comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment

Essential Requirements

Degree qualification in Commerce or Business, and full membership of CPA Australia or the Institute of Charter Accountants Australia New Zealand.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Manager Finance Business Advisory

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application. Your application should include:

a resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 4 pages)

a cover letter outlining your interest in the role, relevant experience and addressing how you meet the focus capability requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages).

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close on Sunday, 26 Jul 2026 at 11:55 PM

Should you require further information about the role please contact Owen Walker, Director Business Advisory EES via Owen.Walker@dcceew.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool will be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting (Nivya Shetty) via 0437 224 498 or nivya.shetty@dcceew.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 55122.

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