Business & Finance Support Officer in Blackheath

Work that matters, with flexibility that counts. Temporary (Up to August 2027) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity, Office location based in Blue Mountains Botanic Garden – Mount Tomah with flexible working supported. Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $102,936 to $113,579 + super.

Join Botanic Gardens of Sydney and play an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the Finance, Property and Corporate Services team. In this role, you'll provide a broad range of finance and administrative support, helping to coordinate procurement processes, manage records, maintain business systems and contribute to efficient business operations across one of NSW’s most iconic organisations.

You’ll work across a variety of tasks, from financial transactions and reporting support to document management and stakeholder coordination. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys staying organised, managing competing priorities and finding ways to improve processes while delivering high-quality support in a busy and collaborative environment.

What you will bring to the role:

• Experience providing administrative, business support or finance support services in a busy office environment.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Sound administration and financial processing skills, including experience with purchase orders, procurement processes, reconciliations, records management or similar business support activities.
• Well-developed communication skills, with the ability to provide responsive and professional support to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records, systems and documentation.
• Experience using business systems, financial systems and technology to improve efficiency and support operational outcomes.
• A customer-focused and collaborative approach, with the ability to build positive working relationships and contribute to team success.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and adapt to changing workloads while maintaining quality outcomes.
• A proactive mindset, with the confidence to identify improvements, solve problems and take accountability for delivering results.
• Understanding of financial processes, compliance requirements and value-for-money principles would be highly regarded.

What is an essential requirement:

• Valid Australian driver licence and ability to travel between sites.

Botanic Gardens of Sydney, under the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust, is Australia’s oldest scientific institution and a custodian of over $1.2 billion in cultural, heritage, and botanical collections. As the premier botanical research institute, we encompass world-leading botanic gardens and Sydney’s leading outdoor live entertainment precinct. We engage international, national, and regional visitors, making us a leading entity in the NSW tourism sector.

We are a high-performing organisation that proudly reflects the communities we serve. Our diversity strengthens our cultural capability and enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across NSW. As an inclusive and accessible workplace, we value your contribution, lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we want you to feel supported, connected and empowered to succeed. With flexible work arrangements, job share options, workplace adjustments and various employee affinity groups, we are here to help you thrive every day.

Join us:

Applications close Wednesday 26th August 2026. Should you require further information about the role please contact Liz Pensini on 02 9231 8121 or liz.pensini@botanicgardens.nsw.gov.au.

A talent 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.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.