Assistant Director, Financial Accounting

2 days ago


Adelaide, Australia SA Government -DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY AND FINANCE Full time

**Department of Treasury and Finance**
**Job reference**: 676323
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**Remuneration**: MAS3 - Salary Range ($127,859 p.a. +11.5% Superannuation).

**About the opportunity**:
The Assistant Director, Financial Accounting is a senior leadership position within the Financial Accounting business unit of Shared Services SA Financial Accounting provides statutory reporting, balance sheet account reconciliation, general ledger, payroll interface, fixed asset register and rights of private practice administration services and the provision of advice thereon to a wide range of SA Government agencies.

The Assistant Director is responsible for leading the effective delivery of timely and high-quality financial accounting services to SA Government client agencies in accordance with established Service Level Determinations, performance measures, and legislative requirements.

The role will assist the Director, Financial Accounting with client engagement and relationship management, operational management and identifying and managing risks within the business.

The Assistant Director will be required to oversee business changes and continuous improvement initiatives designed to improve the quality, timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting and enhance financial management compliance.

**About you**

To be successful you will have:

- Demonstrated experience in liaising effectively and working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, to facilitate cooperation and support in achieving outcomes and to establish and maintain effective working relationships, including strong written and oral communication.
- Proven experience in implementing business improvement and change management initiatives within a large and dynamic accounting environment.
- Interact with client agencies and stakeholders, including the Auditor-General's Department, in a sensitive and diplomatic manner, maintaining positive relationships and building understanding.
- Lead and influence programs of work associated with developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives and risk management strategies
- Demonstrated experience in establishing and administering Service Level Agreements.
- Proven ability to prioritise and organise work to meet deadlines, remain focused on key objectives and manage competing activities and tasks in a demanding work environment.

**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.
- Shared Services SA (SSSA) strives to deliver high-quality financial, payroll and work injury services to our customers. We care about providing timely, accurate and contemporary services, so government agencies can focus on delivering for the South Australian community.

**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**:
Steven Gerassimou
Title: Director, Financial Accounting
Tel: 0408 317 136

**Application 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 successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory SAPOL Clearance or General Employment Probity Check as directed by Shared Services SA.

**Applications close**: 18/06/2025 11:45 PM



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