Advisor, Policy and Professional Development

5 days ago


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

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

**Remuneration**: ASO5 - Salary Range ($85,790 - $95,413 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 1987_, 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 1987_ 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

**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.

**Applications close**: 08/09/2024 11:30 PM


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