Finance and Purchasing Support Officer

About the Role

The role provides a broad scope of responsibilities, including accurate processing of financial data and purchasing requests, drafting financial documentation in line with Defence guidelines, and maintaining meticulous records to ensure compliance. You will collaborate within a fast‑paced team to meet operational deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities while supporting procurement activities. This position requires a proactive approach to balancing multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. • Process financial entries and purchasing requests accurately and promptly. • Draft financial documents following Defence guidelines. • Maintain records and ensure compliance with internal procedures. • Collaborate in a fast‑paced team to meet operational deadlines. • Contribute to critical Defence projects shaping Australia’s future.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸financial processing
• ▸purchasing requests
• ▸document drafting
• ▸record keeping
• ▸compliance management
• ▸team collaboration

What You Bring

Ideal candidates will have experience or transferable skills in financial data entry and document preparation, strong attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication. You must be able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and preferably possess knowledge of the ROMAN system or formal qualifications in Finance or Commerce. A current Negative Vetting 1 (or higher) security clearance is mandatory, and compliance with ITAR requirements may also be required. • Adapt to shifting priorities while supporting procurement activities. • Demonstrated experience or transferable skills in financial data entry and document preparation. • Strong attention to detail and accurate record‑keeping. • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. • Knowledge of the ROMAN system or formal Finance/Commerce qualifications (desired). • Hold a current Negative Vetting 1 (or higher) security clearance; ITAR compliance may be required.

Requirements

• ▸roman
• ▸finance
• ▸nv1
• ▸data entry
• ▸detail‑oriented
• ▸communication

Benefits

At Downer Professional Services you will contribute to meaningful work that protects Australia and shapes its future, while benefiting from professional development programs, career mapping, and community learning initiatives. Employees enjoy a range of perks such as discounts on healthcare, retail, and vehicles through Perks@Downer, as well as veteran support including up to 20 days of Reservist Leave. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, actively encouraging applications from under‑represented groups and fostering a culture where all voices are valued. As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, Downer offers flexible work arrangements, inclusive leadership, and equitable access to opportunities, ensuring you can bring your whole self to work. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, the team is ready to support you. Even if your experience does not match every requirement, we welcome you to apply, as potential counts and so do you. • Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and Communities of Practice. • Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, and vehicles via Perks@Downer. • Benefit from up to 20 days Reservist Leave and veteran support initiatives.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time