Manager Corporate Services

Port Pirie Regional Council | 5-Year Executive Contract

Port Pirie Regional Council is located between the Spencer Gulf and the Southern Flinders Ranges with a population of 18,000 and within 2.5 hours of Adelaide. The town of Port Pirie is currently undergoing exciting change as a major regional centre offering outstanding facilities, new industry initiatives and increased career opportunities. When you join our team you will be rewarded with an enjoyable workplace that is supportive, friendly and welcoming.

As a progressive regional Council, we are committed to our vision of “Regional Leader – Economic Hub – Quality Lifestyle” and our mission to strive for excellence, lead with integrity and deliver positive outcomes for our community.

About the Role

Port Pirie Regional Council is seeking to appoint an experienced, motivated and capable Manager Corporate Services to provide strategic and operational leadership across Council’s corporate services functions.

Reporting to the General Manager Corporate & Community, this position leads Council’s Finance, Customer Service and Records Management functions and plays an important role in supporting effective organisational performance, sound governance and the delivery of high-quality services to the community.

A key focus of the position is providing accurate, timely and high-quality financial advice to Council’s Executive Management Team, Organisational Leadership Team and Elected Members. The Manager Corporate Services will act as a trusted financial adviser and work collaboratively across the organisation to support informed decision-making, effective resource management and Council’s long-term financial sustainability.

The position also provides leadership across Council’s Annual Business Plan and Budget, Long Term Financial Plan, financial reporting, rates, treasury, asset accounting, insurance, audit and internal financial controls, while overseeing the effective delivery of customer service and records management functions.

About You





You are an experienced finance and corporate services skilled who combines strong technical financial capability with strategic thinking, sound judgement and effective people leadership. You can build productive relationships across the organisation, communicate complex financial information clearly and provide accurate, evidence-based advice to support informed decision-making.

You will bring:

- Extensive financial management experience and demonstrated experience leading, developing and supporting team performance and outcomes.

- Strong accounting, financial management, analytical, strategic and organisational capability.

- Highly developed communication, consultation, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.

- The ability to think strategically, manage competing priorities and provide accurate and timely financial information and advice.

- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, financial management requirements, accounting standards and governance requirements.

- The ability to maintain confidentiality and develop positive working relationships with employees, management and Elected Members.

- Experience within a Local Government environment is highly desirable.

Qualifications and requirements

- Formal qualification to degree level in accounting, financial management, business administration or an equivalent qualification, together with relevant experience – essential.

- Membership of CPA Australia or the Institute of Chartered Accountants – desirable.

- Current South Australian Class C Driver’s Licence – essential.

- Attendance at Council meetings, conferences, seminars and training may be required.





- Some intrastate travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities

As Manager Corporate Services, you will provide leadership across Council’s Finance, Customer Service and Records Management functions. You will provide high-level financial advice to Council and management, lead the Annual Business Plan and Budget and Long Term Financial Plan processes, and oversee financial reporting, accounting, rates, treasury, asset accounting, audit and internal financial controls. You will also lead and develop the Corporate Services team, support continuous improvement and ensure effective, compliant and customer-focused corporate services across the organisation.

This position will be offered as a five-year fixed-term contract.

What to include in your application

As part of the online application process, you will be required to attach the following:

1. A covering letter stating why you are applying for the position, giving your address and details of how you may be contacted during normal business hours.

2. A statement of not more than 2 (two) pages, addressing the Person Specifications listed in the Job Description. Consideration for interview is based upon your clear demonstration that you meet the essential requirements for the position.

3. A resume that provides your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history.

Consideration for interview is based upon your clear demonstration that you meet the essential requirements for the position.

How to apply

To apply or to view a detailed Job Description, please visit the Notice Board - Employment page of Port Pirie Regional Council's website www.pirie.sa.gov.au

Applications must be submitted via Council's website, applications submitted in any other platform will not be accepted.

Applications to be received by close of business Friday 4 September 2026.

Contact Details

Adam Wilton
Manager People & Culture, Port Pirie Regional Council
Phone: 08 •••• •730

📌 Manager Corporate Services (Clare)
🏢 Port Pirie Regional Council
📍 Clare