Accounting Policy Officer

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.  

• Ongoing Full time 
• Located in Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available 
• Salary: Clerk Grade 7/8 with salary ranging from $116,981 to $129,492 + super and annual leave loading 
• A great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build their experience in technical accounting, financial policy, governance and financial reporting  

About the role 

The Financial Accounting Policy, Guidelines & Governance team is looking for an Accounting Policy Officer to contribute to the development and maintenance of the Department’s accounting policies, guidelines and internal control framework over financial systems and information. 

In this role, you will help ensure the Department’s financial reporting and accounting practices comply with Australian Accounting Standards and NSW Treasury accounting policies and guidelines. You will develop fit-for-purpose accounting policies, guidelines and resources that support Finance teams and business areas to apply accounting requirements consistently and effectively.  

You will also contribute to strengthening financial governance and internal controls by identifying gaps, issues and risks. Working collaboratively with business areas across the department, you will provide advice and support on the proper application of financial internal controls and remediation of identified weaknesses.  

For further information please click here to view the role description. 

About you 

We are looking for an accounting professional who is analytical, collaborative and able to provide practical advice. 

You will bring: 

• Knowledge and experience applying Australian Accounting Standards and NSW Treasury accounting policies and guidelines 
• Experience evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of financial internal controls and providing practical recommendations to remediate identified gaps 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills 
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality work 
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement 

Key knowledge and experience 

• Knowledge and experience interpreting and applying Australian accounting standards 
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy  and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people. 

Essential requirements of the role 

• Finance or accounting degree (or equivalent) or demonstrated equivalent knowledge, skills and experience, and eligibility for, or progression towards, membership of a recognised Australian professional accounting association 
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.  

Benefits 

• 35 hour working week 
• Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading 
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth 
• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions 

How to apply 

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter.  

Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application. 

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application. 

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’. 

 
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check. 

As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid. 

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.  

 
Closing date:  Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 11:59pm. 

 
For role enquiries please contact Cherrymae Tabelon via email at Cherrymae.Tabelon@det.nsw.edu.au  

 For recruitment process enquiries, please contact  projectrecruitment@det.nsw.edu.au    
 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage. 

 
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18