CFO Advisory Opportunities - Canberra

Job Requisition ID: 36313 

• We’ll connect you to purpose, progression and a shared ambition to make a difference
• Choice and flexibility on where, when and how you work
• Mentoring programs – receive support and coaching to progress your career 
  
  

This is an exciting opportunity for a career focussed individual to join our team based in Canberra. Our team is growing due to the purposeful and impactful outcomes we deliver to our clients - that’s why we need you!

What could your next role look like? 

Deloitte Canberra predominantly focuses on the Defence Sector, Federal Government and the various Intelligence Communities and local private enterprises. You could be helping the military prepare their workforce for the next national emergency (conflict, bushfire, COVID), delivering projects impacting Australian society, influencing public policy, redesigning the way the Australian Space Agency uses collective intelligence to solve issues at the national level, or be involved in developing competencies you can’t talk about, for secret organisations you’ve never heard of. The projects we work on in Canberra have a lasting impact on the health, economy, defence and security of Australia.

Canberra is renowned for being a city without crowds, short commute times, inclusive, family-friendly, vibrant dining scene, and is nearby charming towns and ski fields, making it an attractive location for both work and lifestyle.

About the team

In Accounting & Reporting Assurance, we are specialists in finance function transformation, CFO advisory services in Government, accounting change, financial management, transaction accounting advice, specialised finance outsourcing and Federal Government budget management matters. To put it simply, we help our clients make their finance functions more efficient and effective.

You will be working as part of multi-disciplined teams on a variety of client projects in areas such as financial and management reporting, regulatory compliance and accounting advice. As well as gaining fantastic experience working with some iconic clients, you’ll get access to Deloitte’s training and development opportunities as well as receiving support to undertake further study.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, genuine flexible working conditions, and significant career development opportunities. Our twice annual employee review cycle is also in place to support your development and reward performance, without being limited by tenure in the firm. In Canberra, we pride ourselves on our strong culture of coaching and support to help you fulfil your career goals.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you.


You may have all or some of the following skills / experiences:

• Experience in finance, accounting, external audit, or a related field
• Possess a bachelor’s degree or above in accounting/finance or a related field
• Looking to study toward a CA/CPA qualification (or similar)
• Excellent technical accounting skills with experience in applying accounting standards to government projects (desirable)
• Excellent skills delivering finance or accounting advisory projects or internal improvement activities, financial reporting, management accounting, and budgeting
• Strong communication, leadership, project management, and multitasking skills
• An existing security clearance would be advantageous
  
  
  

Due to the client requirements, all candidates must undergo a security clearance check, and only Australian citizens can be considered for this role. 

Why Deloitte?

At Deloitte, we focus our energy on interesting and impactful work. We’re always learning, innovating, and setting the standard; making a positive difference to our clients and our society. We put coaching at the heart of what we do, helping our people grow their careers in any direction – whether it be up, moving into something new, or even moving across the world.   

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We have a diverse collection of people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. What binds us together is a shared commitment to value everyone’s perspective and to cultivate inclusion; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong.  

We prioritise flexibility and choice. At Deloitte, you get trust on Day 1. We know our people get their best work done when they’re in control of where and how they work, designing their work week around their client, team, and personal commitments. 

We help you live and work well. To support your personal and professional life, we offer a range of perks and benefits, including retail discounts, wellbeing leave, paid volunteering days, twelve flexible working options, market-leading parental leave and return to work support package.  

Next Steps

Sound like the sort of role for you? Apply now, we’d love to hear from you!

By applying for this job, you’ll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider. 

By applying for this job, you’ll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.