Principal Management Accountant

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 7th May 2027) Position Classification: Health Manager Level 4 Remuneration: $153,559 - $182,954, plus Superannuation Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW Hours Per Week: 38 hours Requisition ID: REQ698261 Closing Date: 19 October 2026 About this role The Principal Management Accountant develops the devolved state-wide budget and provides support and advice on state-wide SMRS reports, processes and policies to streamline reporting and planning to ensure compliance across NSW Health with accounting requirements and standards and consistency with Treasury’s reporting systems.

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About you

We are looking for a motivated and customer- focused individual who can demonstrate: Experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial management, including the provision of sound financial analysis and advice to support decision-making. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information and develop practical solutions.

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and explain financial information clearly to a range of audiences. Knowledge of public sector financial management and accounting requirements, including financial reporting, governance and compliance frameworks. How to apply All applicants must review the role description and apply by submitting an up-to-date resume (up to 4 pages maximum) and cover letter (1 page maximum) addressing the following questions: 1 .

Describe your experience in developing, managing or analysing budgets, forecasts and financial performance reports. What was your contribution and what outcomes were achieved? 2. Describe a time when you worked with multiple stakeholders to achieve an outcome under tight deadlines or competing priorities. How did you manage the relationships and deliver the outcome? Candidates may use AI tools to support the preparation of their application. However, the information provided should be authentic, accurate and genuinely represent your skills, experience, and capabilities, as these will be assessed when determining your suitability for the role. Additional information

1. This is a NSW Health internal EOI and decisions will be made upon review of all submissions. Offers for this position are dependent on capacity to release the applicants from their current position/role. Please note the selection process will include an informal interview and work sample to determine your suitability. 2 . You can only be employed for a total period of up to 12 months via this expression of interest 3 . For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal Benefits The Ministry of Health offers its employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning, development and work-life balance. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook. For role related queries or questions, please contact Anna Stephens (hiring manager) on anna.stephens1@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ698261. As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Anu Kundu on anu.kundu@health.nsw.gov.au For more information about adjustments for individual needs, please visit the Adjustments for individual needs | I Work For NSW and Inclusive recruitment of people with disability | NSW Government Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At the Ministry of Health we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For more information, please visit Diversity Inclusion Belonging If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply please visit The Stepping Up Initiative. Applications Close: 11:59am Monday 19th of October 2026