Manager Finance & Governance

Job Description

Attorney-General's Department Job reference: 652389Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: Long Term ContractEligibility: Open to Everyone Classification: ASO7Salary Range: $108,109-$116,864Duration: upto 24 monthsVacancy Type: Full TimeNumber of Positions Available: 1Closing Date: 11:30 PM, Tuesday 4 March 2025 About the Opportunity Consumer and Business Services is seeking an experienced finance manager to lead the finance team and drive the strategic and operational finance, compliance and reporting of one of the most diverse state government organisations in South Australia. The Manager Finance & Governance is responsible for providing leadership in relation to financial management and governance activities of CBS. This includes leadership of CBS’ budgets, budget plans, forecasts, administration fund investments and oversight of all financial administration/operations.This role is also responsible for leadership of audit and risk management, contract management and procurement functions. The Manager Finance & Governance works closely with the Director, Business Services & Transformation, Senior Management Team and Executive to ensure obligations are met and robust performance reporting is in place. We want to hear from you if you have: Experience in and a strong understanding of financial and business operations, ideally in a government setting. Experience in leading a finance team and providing oversight to day-to-day functions. Demonstrated ability to analyse complex financial issues and systems, problem solve and lead improvements. Experience in financial performance and corporate reporting, including collecting, analysing, reporting and presenting data. Demonstrated ability to champion change and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Appropriate tertiary qualification/s in Business, Commerce, Finance or related discipline. Knowledge of compliance standards set by the South Australian Government (desirable). About the Business The Attorney-General’s Department (AGD) provides a range of legal, regulatory and other services for the government and people of South Australia. Employing around 1500 staff, AGD promotes justice by protecting people’s rights, holding people to account according to the law, improving safety and contributing to an efficient and fair justice system. Consumer and Business Services (CBS) is a division of the Attorney-General’s Department and is responsible for protecting consumers, supporting and regulating businesses and recording significant life events for South Australians. CBS is customer focused and flexible in its activities, providing accessible information and services. CBS constitutes a large part of South Australia’s business/consumer regulatory system and is the regulator for many businesses and professions. CBS’ strategic goals are to: Deliver effective regulation – by ensuring fair markets, safe products and empowered consumers. Look after each other – fostering an engaging, positive and healthy work environment. Look after our customers – ensuring an informative, consistent and responsive service. Find better ways of working – through improved services and information. Special Conditions for Employment Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD. Some out of hours work may be required.Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required. Additional Notes You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications. For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Fiona Gowen, Director Business Services and Transformation, Consumer and Business Services on Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application. The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website Applications close: 04/03/2025 11:30 PMAttachments: - ASO7 - Manager Finance and Governance.pdf- Job Application Pack.pdfFlexibility 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