Assistant Finance Project Officer

Assistant Finance Project Officer

Do you want to protect future generations?
Protect tomorrow together at the NSW EPA

• Join a purpose-led organisation and make a difference to the environment and our community
• Environment Officer Class 6
• Remuneration starting from $101,880 plus superannuation
• Benefits and flexibility recognising work isn’t all you are passionate about
• One ongoing role available
• Role based in Parramatta

We have an exciting ongoing opportunity available to join the NSW EPA. The Assistant Finance Project Officer provides support to both the Business Advisory & Partnering team and the wider organisation across a broad range of financial priorities including month-end reconciliation, data analysis, system training and reporting.

This role would suit someone with previous experience in a NSW Government Finance team. Additionally someone with a an ability to communicate clearly to non-Finance staff, to bring about organisation financial goals.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum certificate level in accounting and or relevant financial experience
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation of month-end reconciliations.

The Assistant Finance Project Officer role sits within the Policy, Programs and Finance Division, part of a high-performing team that provides strategic business and financial advisory services across the EPA.

For more information read the full Role Description – Assistant Finance Project Officer

The NSW Environment Protection Authority is committed to a sustainable future as the environmental regulator for our state.

Our people are proud custodians of NSW’s natural environment. We partner with First Nations, regulated industries and the wider community to protect and restore our diverse ecosystems.

We bring our scientific expertise, experience and actions to inspire innovative solutions as we transition our state to a circular economy.

As we respond to urgent current issues, including a changing climate, we educate and support our stakeholders to create an environmentally healthy future

Should you require further information about the role please contact Chase Williams at chase.williams@epa.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

If you are deemed as a recommended candidate following your interview, we will be inviting you to complete various background checks as part of our recruitment process before a final decision is made on the outcome of your application.

Our background checks may include, but are not limited to Reference Checks, National Police Checks, Working with Children and Medical Checks. The background checks will vary depending on the requirements of the role you have applied for and the work and environments you will be working across.

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Our commitment to diversity and flexibility 

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. We can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process, and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer here for more information.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing epa.recruitment@epa.nsw.gov.au and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number' in the subject.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, refer to our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our  Aboriginal Employment Pathways team for a yarn.

Advertised: 18 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 31 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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