Principal Accountant

Description:

We are currently seeking applications for Principal Accountant to join the South Australian Government Financing Authority at the Department of Treasury & Finance.

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 South Australian Government Financing Authority (SAFA) is the central financing authority, captive insurer and manager of the passenger and light commercial fleet operations for the Government of South Australia. It also provides extensive financial and commercial advisory services to the South Australian public sector.

SAFA plays an integral role in the overall management of the State Government's finances and risks, harnessing economies of scale and expertise in financial and insurance markets to provide a range of treasury, insurance, commercial advisory and vehicle fleet management services.

About the opportunity:

The Principal Accountant is responsible for managing large and complex claims, including matters which may be politically sensitive or have broader reputational impacts and/or may create precedents for the Government.

The position is a 12-month contract, with the potential for ongoing.

About you

To be successful, you will have:

• Ability to analyse and evaluate complex financial information and providing high quality advice and recommendations taking into account stakeholder requirements and needs.
• Proven ability to design and implement reporting processed for business by exercising significant levels of expertise, knowledge and competence.
• A high level of written and verbal communication skills as well as presentation skills that establish credibility and good working relationships with people at all levels both within and external to the agency.
• Ability to work autonomously, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and organise work to achieve goals and meet deadlines, including dealing with competing demands and managing multiple projects and tasks in in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders
• Australian Permanent Residency.

Desirable Expertise

• Experience in accounting or analytical reporting - preparation and interpretation;
• Advanced financial and reporting systems and Excel skills;
• Experience working with large data sets;
• Experience working with business stakeholders;
• Driving improvement of reporting effectiveness and understanding;
• Detailed analysis and commentary on business performance reports;
• Researching new opportunities and working with key internal clients to provide support for projects and initiatives.

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: Lisa Smith

Tel: 08 8429 0702 or email: lisa.smith5@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

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.