The Role

As an EL1 Financial Compliance Data Analytics Manager you will:

• Lead the Financial Data Analytics and Automation stream within Directorate of Finance Compliance Assurance (DFCA), managing a team of APS data analysts and compliance officers.
• Develop and implement DFCA’s data analytics strategy to proactively detect financial non-compliance and improve Defence’s control environment.
• Oversee the design and delivery of advanced analytics tools and dashboards using Power BI and One Defence Data, transitioning to machine learning and other AI tools where appropriate.
• Manage assurance reviews on high-risk financial processes (travel, grants, procurement, debt management) and ensure quality insights reporting to senior leadership.
• Manage ongoing compliance programs.
• Provide expert advice to the CFO and governance committees on financial risk trends and compliance insights.
• Drive automation initiatives to embed compliance monitoring into ERP systems and support the Enterprise Risk Uplift Project.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across Defence, including Defence Digital Group and finance process owners.
• Mentor and develop team members, ensuring delivery of DFCA’s annual work program and strategic priorities.

About our Team

The Financial Compliance Assurance Directorate undertakes financial compliance assurance audits and activities in accordance with Defence financial policies, frameworks, guidance and legislation. The team applies a risk-based approach to its strategic objectives, leveraging automation and data analytics to identify financial business process risk, issues and integrity related matters, which require further investigation. The team also provides advice to DFG and other stakeholders to improve Defence’s financial compliance control environment and operational business processes.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will have the following skills and attributes:

• Demonstrated leadership in data analytics, risk management, or financial assurance.
• Advanced proficiency in data analytics tools (Power BI, SQL, Python/R) and experience with ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of Commonwealth Risk Management Policy, Fraud Control Framework, and financial governance principles.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver outcomes under tight timeframes.

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 10 December 2025

For further information please review the job information pack, reference DFG/09060/25 on www.defence.gov.au/apscareers