Overview
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the financial and accounting activities within an organisation.
Skills
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Tasks
- determining, implementing, monitoring, reviewing and evaluating budgetary and accounting strategies, policies and plans in consultation with other Managers
- providing financial information and interpreting the implications for business performance and funding needs
- coordinating the development, implementation and monitoring of accounting systems
- directing the preparation of financial reports that summarise and forecast the organisation's financial position such as income statements, balance sheets and analyses of future earnings and income
- assessing capital finance proposals and the financial status of operational projects
- advising on investment strategies, sources of funds and the distribution of earnings
- delivering long range profit forecasts, budgeting and financial reporting
- ensuring compliance with financial legislation and standards
Alternative Titles
- Chief Financial Officer
- Finance Director
- Financial Controller
Specialisations
- Financial Administrator
Source: 1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition.
Note: The tasks associated with the occupation are to be used as guidance only. The tasks listing may include tasks associated with the grouping/category to which the occupation belongs.
Training Pathways
5 courses found.
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11102NAT: Diploma of Payroll Management
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10980NAT: Graduate Certificate in Compliance and Risk Management
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10978NAT: Graduate Diploma of Asset Management
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10977NAT: Graduate Certificate in Asset Management
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10964NAT: Certificate IV in Compliance and Risk Management
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