Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 840974
Location: 5015 - PORT ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We are currently seeking applications for multiple Finance Officers to join the Financial Accounting team at the Department of Treasury & Finance for a period of up to 12 months based at both our Adelaide CBD and Port Adelaide locations.

What We Offer

• Work that matters—impact that shapes South Australia’s future
• Flexible working arrangements that support life and career
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Supportive learning & career development
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

About Us

Picture a career that’s more than numbers. At the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), we’re building a world‑class Treasury for South Australia—one that’s innovative, collaborative, and future‑focused.

We’re South Australia’s lead agency for economic, digital, and financial policy outcomes. Our work touches every corner of the state, from enabling frontline services to driving digital transformation. And we do it all with one purpose: to make life better for the people who call South Australia home.

Shared Services SA (SSSA) deliver essential services across the areas of payroll, accounts payable and receivable, tax, financial accounting, and business systems which enable government agencies to focus on serving the community. Your work at Shared Services SA powers the public sector behind the scenes.

Why This Role Matters

As a Finance Officer within Shared Services SA, the role plays an important part in ensuring South Australian (SA) Government agencies have access to accurate, timely and reliable financial information. By supporting high‑quality financial reporting, reconciliations and client advice, this role helps agencies meet their financial obligations, make informed decisions and deliver outcomes for the SA community.

About the Opportunity

You will support the delivery of accurate and timely financial accounting and reporting services to SA Government agencies, contributing to reconciliations, financial reports and client support. Working in a collaborative environment, you will apply your accounting knowledge and attention to detail while contributing to continuous improvement in service delivery.

In this role, you will:

• Undertake various financial management services including reconciliations, process accruals, correction journals, and investigate outstanding items.
• Utilise the financial accounting systems to ensure accurate and reliable reporting.
• Provide financial management advice and ensure financial obligations are met.
• Maintain and reconcile asset registers, including asset movements, work in progress and revaluations.
• Contribute to process improvements and finance‑related service delivery reforms.
• Deliver professional, respectful and consistent customer service in all interactions.

Remuneration

ASO3 ($71,589 - $76,033 p.a.) + 12% Superannuation

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to build positive working relationships.
• Experience managing competing priorities, meet tight deadlines and work effectively with limited supervision.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to team outcomes.
• Experience working in a customer‑focused environment, with a commitment to service excellence.
• Sound knowledge of financial management and accounting processes, ideally within a government or complex environment.
• Sound experience and confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Application Instructions

Click ‘Apply Now’ to:

• Submit your current CV
• Submit a Cover Letter (max two pages) outlining your suitability
• Provide details of 2 referees (One of the referees must be your current line manager)
• Complete and attach the Pre‑Employment Declaration

Special Conditions

Refer to the Role Statement  for key selection criteria and special conditions.

Enquiries

Adam Fowler
Assistant Director, Financial Accounting
Email: DTFFinAccAdmin@sa.gov.au
Phone: 0481 914 208

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences.
If you need any adjustments at any stage — such as receiving interview questions in advance or accessing materials in alternative formats — we’re here to support you.

Aboriginal Employment Program

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged, but not required, to join the SA Public Sector Aboriginal Employment Register. The register provides optional support and access to employment opportunities across SA.

Applications close: 21/04/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Statement - ASO3 Finance Officer.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.