Employment Type: Contractor – Day Rate
Contract Length: 6 months
Location: Brisbane (flexible work arrangements available)
About the Role We are seeking a Principal Portfolio Officer on a 6-month day rate contract. This role focuses on managing government funding programs, budget submissions, and cash flow requirements within a complex project environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional who can deliver accurate financial reporting, ensure effective treasury management, and provide clear insights to senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead input, review, and submission of budgets into TriData
- Manage financial aspects of government-funded programs
- Oversee cash and liquidity requirements, including cash funds and external debt facilities
- Support annual budget and forward estimates, including preparation of budget papers
- Provide financial analysis at project and business case review forums
- Deliver financial performance reports for executive and board stakeholders
- Maintain consistency between project and financial ledgers
- Produce analytical reports and financial models in a timely manner
- Demonstrated experience with TriData submissions and State Government funding programs
- Proven track record in cash and liquidity management
- Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Stakeholder engagement and business partnering capability at a senior level
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- CPA/CA qualification (highly regarded)
