ASO6 Senior Finance Business Partner

Job Description

Department of State Development Job reference: 658559Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: Short Term ContractEligibility: Open to EveryoneAbout Us The Department of State Development is working to shape South Australia’s future by driving economic growth. Our role is to ensure that South Australia capitalises on the opportunities before us, to ensure that we are well-positioned to take advantage of the state’s significant economic opportunities.As a newly created agency in 2024, we continue to drive our state forward and we want you to join us on this journey. Working at DSD will provide you with an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of some of the government’s major economic initiatives, and importantly, make a lasting positive difference and contribute to the prosperity of our state.We take pride in being an employer of choice and providing a work environment that is vibrant and rewarding for people of all levels.Help us shape our state’s economic future and position South Australia on the national and global stage.For More Information About Our Agency, Please Visit Department of State Development | statedevelopment.sa.gov.auAbout The Role The Finance and Investment Services team leads the development of budget strategy; provides financial, grant, procurement and contract management advice, services, and support, whilst ensuring the management of public funds is aligned with Government legislation and the Department’s Enterprise Plan.The team have an opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to join the team as a ASO6 Senior Finance Business Partner .As The ASO6 Senior Financial Business Partner, You Will Primarily Coordinate And Provide Expert Financial Support, Administration, Advice And Compliance Monitoring For The Department, Such As:Deliver high level financial and management reporting and budgeting services Develop and maintain a key partnership role with leaders and business units to provide expert and professional finance related advisory, information and consultation services Deliver the financial expertise and support required Coordinate and ensure that reporting obligations are met in a timely, effective and compliant manner Key Competencies To succeed in the ASO6 Senior Finance Business Partner role, you will be able to demonstrate:Knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, Treasurer’s Instructions, Audit and Treasury requirements, taxation legislation, and risk management principles and their application within a government context. Demonstrated experience in business partnering with internal clients including the provision of budget management and other financial services. Significant experience in a broad range of specialist financial support including a responsive helpdesk function and analysing and contributing to senior level and critical submissions and financial system, process and policy review and development. Remuneration Competitive salary will be offered as $98,478 to $104,165 pa plus superannuation.Benefits Bringing your talent to the Department of State Development will see you rewarded with a wide variety of benefits such as:A variety of leave arrangements. Contemporary office space with end-of-trip facilities. Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement. Access to great customised training and career development opportunities. Qualifications Essential: Relevant degree qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or equivalent. Desirable: Nil Duration: Up to 12 months Special Conditions A Satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check (NPC) will be required prior to employment. Enquiries For confidential enquiries or further information about the role, please contact Susan Sheridan, Manager, Budgeting and Reporting at How To Apply All applications must be submitted through the I Work For SA website.Applicants Are Required To Submit The Following Cover letter demonstrating the suitability for the role by addressing the key competencies (2 pages max) Curriculum Vitae (4 pages max) Prepare 3 referees (at least one should be current or recent line manager), to be provided on request. Pre-employment Declaration Form – find the attachment on the job advert. Applications close: 23/03/2025 11:00 PMAttachments ASO6 - Senior Finance Business Partner - Finance and Investment Services.pdf Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr