Finance Officer

Join Empirical Solutions - Deliver Financial Excellence That Supports Capability

Empirical Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Finance Officer to provide financial management, policy advice, and governance support across complex Defence programs.

This role is ideal for a finance professional with strong Defence or government experience who thrives in dynamic environments requiring precision, analytical insight, and proactive stakeholder engagement. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance, efficiency, and integrity across financial and procurement activities.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Finance Officer, you will:

• Provide expert advice and guidance on financial management, budgeting, and procurement policy
• Develop and maintain financial governance frameworks, instructions, and templates
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting to ensure compliance with applicable regulations
• Undertake detailed analysis of complex financial issues, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions
• Review and implement financial and procurement processes that drive consistency and compliance across operations
• Support audit activities, conduct financial investigations, and assist with remediation actions
• Prepare financial reports, status updates, and management documentation to inform leadership decisions
• Deliver financial training and advice to team members and stakeholders as required
• Supervise and mentor junior finance staff during key financial cycles
• Monitor policy changes and ensure accurate integration into financial and procurement processes

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from professionals who bring:

• In-depth knowledge of Defence or government accounting and financial management systems
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (Defence ERP experience highly desirable)
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and review financial policies and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under tight deadlines
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and the ability to provide high-level financial advice to decision-makers

Qualifications & Certifications

• Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Business
• Certification or membership with a relevant professional body (CPA, CA, or equivalent) desirable
• Knowledge of FMA Act, PGPA Act, and Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) as they relate to Defence financial transactions
• NV1 security clearance (mandatory)

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

You'll be highly regarded if you also bring:

• Experience working in support of systems program offices or large government programs
• Familiarity with Defence financial governance, procurement, and audit processes
• Understanding of project accounting and capability sustainment finance models
• Experience integrating financial management systems and reporting frameworks

Why Empirical Solutions?

Empirical Solutions is a veteran-owned Australian company delivering engineering, project management, and consulting excellence to strengthen national capability. We operate at the intersection of technical precision, strategic vision, and service-minded delivery.

We offer our team:

Flexible/hybrid working options

Paid parental and partner leave

Defence reservist support

Professional membership reimbursement

Structured training, mentoring, and career development pathways

If you're a finance professional who thrives on precision, accountability, and purpose - apply today to join Empirical Solutions.