ADVISOR| POLICY AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Full job description
Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 588721
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We are currently seeking applications for an Advisor, Policy and Professional Development, to join the Accounting and Financial Services Branch at the Department of Treasury and Finance.

Remuneration: ASO5 – Salary Range ($85,7+0 - $+5,413 p.a.).

About us

At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.

We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

The Accounting and Financial Services Branch provides an advisory function to public authorities on accounting, financial management, reporting and taxation. It also leads the development and oversight of instructions under the Public Finance and Audit Act 1+87, whole of government banking, DTF graduate program, departmental finance and procurement, whole of government budget system and provides support to the Lotteries Commissioner.

About the opportunity:

Reporting to the Senior Advisor, Policy and Professional Development, this role is responsible for supporting projects relating to financial management policy that applies to SA Government and supports the management of professional development programs related to financial management for delivery to the department and more broadly across SA Government.

About you

To be successful you will have:

A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in accounting, finance, commerce, law or other relevant field.
Demonstrated capacity to function within a collaborative team, sharing information and expertise to facilitate a dynamic learning and performance environment.
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills which result in effective and appropriate communication with a broad range of people.
Knowledge of the Public Finance and Audit Act 1+87 and Treasurer’s Instructions and knowledge of roles, functions and the responsibility of government.
Demonstrated experience in supporting the research, development, implementation and evaluation of policy related to accounting and financial reporting, preferably with a government focus.
What we offer

Flexible working options
Salary packaging options
Discounted gym membership
Supportive career development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Be Well Program
For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:



Name: Michelle Harrison
Title: Director, Advisory and Professional Development
Email: michelle.harrison@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.


Applications close: 08/0+/2024 11:30 PM
 
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