Principal Business Support Officer

We are seeking an experienced Principal Business Support Officer to lead a small team to deliver Business Support to the division.Reporting to the Director of Operations and Performance, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by driving compliance-related activities and identifying and implementing business improvements.With demonstrated expertise in systems such as SAS, SAP, and Aurion, you will be responsible for analysing and delivering strategic financial and HR reporting to support the Division. Additionally, you will ensure the implementation of robust management practices to optimise the Division’s financial, human resources, and budgetary performance.The position is based in our Brisbane office with flexible work options available.About Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and MulticulturalismThe Department of Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Multiculturalism is responsible for fostering an environment that allows Queensland women to be economically secure. We work closely with other agencies, peak bodies, local leaders, and the community to lift the living standards of Aboriginal communities and Torres Strait Islander communities. We facilitate an environment where multicultural communities want to call Queensland home by harnessing their skill and expertise and celebrating the cultural diversity of our State.About Our TeamThe Office of the Deputy Director General Strategic Policy and Legislation, Women and Multicultural Affairs leads the delivery of HR, finance, business administration and governance activities for the division.Your new opportunityAs the Principal Business Support Officer, reporting to the Director of Operations and Performance, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by driving compliance-related activities and identifying and implementing business improvements.With demonstrated expertise in systems such as SAS, SAP, and Aurion, you will be responsible for analysing and delivering strategic financial and HR reporting to support the Division. Additionally, you will ensure the implementation of robust management practices to optimise the Division's financial, human resources, and budgetary performance.In this role, you will lead the Business Support team to deliver finance, HR and other business administration support to the division provide analysis, detailed reporting, monitoring and resolution of financial accounting issues to support effective budget management manage the provision of comprehensive financial reporting establish and maintain effective systems and processes for reconciliation of finance data that supports audit requirements develop and implement operational procedures and practices across the Business Support function To be successful you will bring experience delivering accurate and timely advice and recommendations to senior management on strategic financial management matters experience leading a small team of support staff in a corporate environment sound knowledge of corporate governance and auditing standards experience developing and implementing system and process improvements in a financial a solution focused attitude to managing a range of financial and governance related issues across the divisionWhilst there are no mandatory qualifications needed for this role, relevant qualifications will be highly regardedHow To ApplyTo submit your application, click on the Apply link to provide: Your resume detailing relevant experience A cover letter of no more than two pages outlining why you are interested in this position and how your knowledge, skills and experience makes you a strong candidate for the role.For a confidential discussion to determine if this is the right role for you, please reach out to Bonnie Bensen on 0428 133 551.Applications will remain current for a period of 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/671040/25Closing Date: Wednesday, 3rd December 2025Occupational group Accounting and Finance