Senior Accounts Officer [FMIS] – Treasury Division (Ministry of Finance)

The position is responsible for the timely review and instigation of remedial action on the accounts and finances of Whole of Government in accordance with the International Standards for Public Sector Accounting Standards and the relevant laws and regulations. The position also undertakes training of the Government Accountants, assists in the advisory services on matters to the Accounts and Finances and manages people and stakeholders to achieve the purpose of the position.   

Key Responsibilities

The position will achieve its purpose through the following:

1. Ensure that respective Ministry / department account reconciliations are reviewed with any remedial action, recommendations are implemented and reported on within the agreed timelines as per the IPSAS, general ledger and relevant legislation and regulations.

2. Conduct trainings and represent the Ministry at Whole of Government level including the Public Accounts Committee on the accounts and finances of Government and on any significant accounting and auditing matters.

3. Lead the formulation of advisory or comments on matters related to the accounting system and the Accounts and Finances at Whole of Government level including that of any internal / external review of the position responsibilities in accordance with the IPSAS and the relevant legislation and regulations.

4. Ensure that the results of the work unit, Individual work plans are in place for subordinates and the unit complies with the human resources policies and procedures of the organization.

5. Actively contribute to the Ministry and corporate requirements, including planning, budgeting, auditing, innovation in the work processes and systems and the management of human resource activities where required.

Knowledge & Experience

1. 1. At least 5 years’ experience working on a broad range of accounting and financial reporting function of which, at least 2 to 3 years have been spent in a supervisory role;
2. 2. Practical, working knowledge of accounting, financial reporting and financial management systems within the Fijian Government or that similar to in a large organization;
3. 3. Experience in dealing with the financial accounting and operational matters in a medium-large organization.

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of financial management information systems, International Accounting standards and the code of conduct;
2. 2. Ability to analyze and identify problems (root cause of matters and issues) and provide sound practical recommendations to address matters.
3. 3. Ability to achieve results as an individual and through effective team leadership;
4. 4. Excellent communication, interpersonal, representational and stakeholder management and influencing skills.
5. 5. Demonstrated ability to lead projects, change management, organize activities and manage and motivate team and work with multi-functional team.
6. 6. Capacity to utilise computer programs to support daily operations
7. 7. Service oriented approach, with a commitment to supporting the operational and corporate environment of the organisation and work beyond normal working hours.

Additional Information

All applications for employment in the Ministry must be of good character, with a background that demonstrates their commitment to the public service values contained in the Fiji Constitution. Applicants must also be a Fijian Citizen, preferably under the age of 60, in sound health, with a clear police record. The selected applicant will be required to provide a medical certificate and police clearance prior to taking up duty.

The Ministry of Finance is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged from all eligible, qualified applicants. Only specific Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities on the job will be considered in assessing the relative suitability of applicants

Contact Information

For more information, please contact HR Unit on email vacancies@finance.gov.fj