Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 856988
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We are currently seeking applications for a Principal Advisor to join Advisory Services, South Australian Government Financing Authority (SAFA) at the Department of Treasury & Finance (DTF) on an ongoing basis.

Remuneration: ASO8 – Salary Range ($130,046 – $134,956 p.a.).

About the opportunity

The Principal Advisor is responsible for various tasks including advising Government on the design and delivery of new and existing industry assistance programs, providing leadership and support to the Advisory Services team in undertaking financial due diligence of applicants for assistance, and managing a portfolio of grants and loans.

The Principal Advisor will be responsible for direct line management of up to two full-time equivalent employees and will report to the Manager, Advisory Services.

About you

To be successful you will have:

- A tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, commerce, economics or other relevant commercial qualification.
- Proven ability to analyse and conceptualise problems, formulate and execute appropriate solutions and achieve successful outcomes in an innovative and resourceful manner.
- Proven high-level and effective communication skills with stakeholders at all levels, across the private and/or public sectors.
- Established ability to develop, interpret, review and implement important policy instructions and provide advice on critical and complex issues to achieve successful outcomes.
- Highly developed and demonstrated experience in undertaking financial due diligence assessments.
- Established ability to negotiate with key stakeholders and advocate on behalf of the SAFA.
- Proven organisational management skills,



including the ability to exercise sound judgement and initiative in prioritising and establishing tasks within the team.
- Demonstrated capacity to operate under tight deadlines with a significant degree of autonomy.
- Proven ability to prepare reports and briefings to various audiences including Ministers, CEOs and Senior Executives.
- Proven experience in the use of spreadsheets and information systems to report and manage data.
- High level of integrity and sense of responsibility.
- Proven ability to work with a high degree of initiative and motivation including providing management support to staff.
- Capacity to exercise a high level of independent judgement and original thinking.

About us

- At DTF 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 and advice to the Government of South Australia.
- We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community.
- Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, working to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.
- 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 advice to the South Australian public sector.

What we offer

- Versatile 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: Jason Heidt
Title: Manager, Advisory Services SAFA
Tel: 8429 3898
Email: ***********@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 two referees and complete a pre-employment declaration.

Applicants will be required to undergo the appropriate and relevant Employment Screening Assessment required for this role.

This role requires:

- National Crime Check (NCC)

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.

Applications close: 28/09/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Statement - Principal Advisor - ASO8.pdf

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.

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